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# Ward Vissers

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- [VCF 9.1 Critical JV Certificate Caching Bug Can Cause Silent Outage](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2026/08/12/vcf-9-1-critical-jvm-certificate-caching-bug-can-cause-silent-outage/) - A field experience with VCF Operations and Fleet Lifecycle Management The problem I encountered Over the last few weeks, I encountered a strange issue in VMware Cloud Foundation 9.1. The Build > Software and Build > Lifecycle functionality was no longer working correctly. Figure 1. Lifecycle functionality failing in the VCF interface. My first thought
- [VCF LOG Deployment changed in 9.1.0.400](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2026/08/08/vcf-log-deployment-changed-in-9-1-0-400/) - Since VCF 9.1.0.400, a lot has changed in the platform and one of the more noticeable shifts is how log management works. It is no longer a standalone virtual appliance. Instead, it now runs as a service inside the VCF Management Services Cluster, the same Kubernetes-based runtime that also hosts Fleet Management and the other
- [What You Can Learn from a Minimum Resources 2 Node VCF 9 Lab Deployment to a Real Scenario](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2026/07/13/what-you-can-learn-from-a-minimum-resources-2-node-vcf-9-lab-deployment-to-a-real-scenario/) - After three great sessions at VMUG Connect Amsterdam and VMUG Connect Online, and VMUGNL Summer Sessions. I've had requests to share the slides for my session "What You Can Learn from a Minimum Resources 2 Node VCF 9 Lab Deployment to a Real Scenario". The response was great. In the slide deck you will find:
- [VCF 9.1 How to Safely Shut Down the Services Runtime Cluster Using PowerShell](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2026/07/08/vcf-9-1-how-to-safely-shut-down-the-services-runtime-cluster-using-powershell/) - Broadcom provides an official procedure for gracefully shutting down a VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.1 Services Runtime cluster. The provided solution uses a Linux shell script (vcf_services_runtime_shutdown.sh), which works well on Linux systems but is less convenient for Windows administrators.Rather than using Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) or a separate Linux machine, I converted the
- [VCF 9.0 Automate VMware Cloud Foundation Startup and Shutdown with PowerCLI](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2026/07/05/automate-vmware-cloud-foundation-startup-and-shutdown-with-powercli/) - Powering your VMware Cloud Foundation “lab” environment on and off shouldn't be a manual process. A complete shutdown of a VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) environment is uncommon, but for some energy savings and some time you does not use your lab often, you want a repeatable, reliable, and automated procedure, manually powering dozens of virtual
- [VCF 9.1: Fixing Root Account Password Expiration Issues](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2026/07/07/vcf-9-1-fixing-root-account-password-expiration-issues/) - . One of the first post-deployment tasks after installing VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.1 is configuring a password policy to ensure compliance with your organization's security standards. While the password policy is successfully applied to most managed accounts, you may notice that the root accounts of the VCF Operations appliance and the VCF Proxy appliance
- [Config a VCF (vSAN ESA) host the Easy Way](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2026/06/22/config-a-vcf-vsan-esa-host-the-easy-way-2/) - A while ago i created: V1: Config vSAN ESA host or VCF ESA vSAN Host the easy way with Config-VSAN-ESA-VCF-Lab-Host Script. V2: Config a VCF (vSAN ESA) host the Easy Way With the release of VCF 9.1 is now time for again a updated version! What does the script now: ✅ Disable ipv6 ✅ Set
- [Managing VCF Automation Resource Utilization Using CPU Limits](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2026/06/17/managing-vcf-automation-resource-utilization-using-cpu-limits/) - My VCF 9.1 Lab environment is also cpu constraint.To free up some cpu resources I shutdown VCF automation regularly. I installed path release https://techdocs.broadcom.com/us/en/vmware-cis/vcf/vcf-9-0-and-later/9-1/release-notes/patch-releases-9-1-0-x/vcf-operations/9-1-0-0100.html Booting VCF Automation takes al lot of resources. I see regularly spikes. See screenshot below.. . Normally VCF automation runs between 8 – 10Ghz Which is normal and fine in a
- [VCF 9.1 What fixed the stuck deployment at "Deploy and Configure VCF Management Platform"](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2026/06/05/vcf-9-1-what-fixed-the-stuck-deployment-at-deploy-and-configure-vcf-management-platform/) - Overview While deploying VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.1 in a homelab environment, the installation repeatedly failed during the 'Deploy and Configure VCF Management Platform' stage. Despite performing nine completely clean installations, the deployment consistently stopped at the same point. Error Observed The deployment task failed with the message: 'Add VM Name Prefix to NSX Firewall
- [What’s New in Private Cloud: VMware VCF 9.1 Enhancements](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2026/05/05/whats-new-in-private-cloud-vmware-vcf-9-1-enhancements/) - VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.1 is here — and it’s one of the most feature‑packed releases in years. This update isn’t just incremental; it’s a strategic modernization of compute, storage, networking, security, and operations across the entire private cloud stack. . Let’s break down the biggest enhancements and why they I think they matter. Modernizing
- [Mitigating Secure Boot Risks in 2026: A Comprehensive Guide](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2026/05/03/mitigating-secure-boot-risks-in-2026-a-comprehensive-guide/) - In June 2026 Secure boot certs start to going to expire for physical en virtual machines Servers en Clients. PS not only Windows but also Linux!! PS. Make sure Client en Servers all installed with latest updates!! Made a little Risk Assessment: The expiration and replacement of Microsoft Secure Boot certificates pose a high risk
- [Simplified Fix Secure Boot Script for Easy VM Updates](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2026/04/24/simplified-fix-secure-boot-script-for-easy-vm-updates/) - I recently created 3 version of a FixSecureBoot script — a lightweight alternative inspired by the excellent work of haz-ard-9, the author of FixSecureBootBulk.ps1. Their script is powerful and absolutely the right choice if you rely on BitLocker or need a fully automated, safety‑first workflow. However, at roughly 3,000 lines of code, the original script
- [Upgrade VCF to 9.0.1: Setting Up an Offline Depot on Ubuntu](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2025/11/10/upgrade-vcf-to-9-0-1-setting-up-an-offline-depot-on-ubuntu/) - Upgrade VMware VCF 9.0.1: Essential Setting Up an Offline Depot on Ubuntu Instructions If you are planning to upgrade to latest release of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.0.1 and you what to install/upgrade you need to have a offline depot. I had some struggle with the VCF Fleet upgrades. I thought the VCF installer Offline Depot
- [Exploring Minimum 2 Node Homelab at VMUG Connect in Amsterdam](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2026/02/15/exploring-minimum-2-node-homelab-at-vmug-connect-in-amsterdam/) - Thrilled to join the @MyVMUG community at VMUG Connect in Amstedam! I’ll be diving into Minimum 2 Node Homelab Setup and sharing practical insights you can use in your environment. Can’t wait to learn from other members too!
- [Config a VCF (vSAN ESA) host the Easy Way](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2026/01/08/config-a-vcf-vsan-esa-host-the-easy-way/) - A while ago i created: Config vSAN ESA host or VCF ESA vSAN Host the easy way with Config-VSAN-ESA-VCF-Lab-Host Script. Sow it's time for a new updated version. What does the script now: ✅ Disable ipv6 ✅ Set DNS domain name ✅ Rename local datastore ✅ Configure NTP ✅ Installs the vSAN ESA Hardware Mock
- [Powercli Script to update From VMware.Powercli to VCF.Powercli](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2026/01/04/powercli-script-to-update-from-vmware-powercli-to-vcf-powercli/) - I made a little script that does the following: Check if VMware or VCF PowerCLI is installed and is outdated Check if VCF.Powercli is the latest installed If VMware.Powercli is installed upgrade to VCF.Powercli If VCF Powercli is installed but not the latest version upgrade to VCF to the latest version You can download the
- [Setting Up KubeDoom on Kubernetes: A Beginner's Guide](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2025/12/08/setting-up-kubedoom-on-kubernetes-a-beginners-guide/) - I followed William Lam's article about MS-A2 VCF 9.0 Lab: Configuring vSphere Kubernetes Service (VKS) I don’t have much experience with Kubernetes but wanted to try some new things. The only container that I have running is Home Assistant on Docker. Got to try to get Kubedoom working. So I did with the following steps.
- [Omnissa and the 100Gb Core vSAN license](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2025/12/02/omnissa-and-the-100gb-core-vsan-license/) - When you design a new VDI vSAN you have take licensing into account Some links about the licensing:Broadcom describes the vSAN licensing in VVF for VDI, https://ftpdocs.broadcom.com/cadocs/0/contentimages/VVF_VDI_SPD_November2024.pdf You can find more information also here: Omnissa Horizon combined offering with VMware vSphere Foundation for VDI - FAQ (6000381)So for this test purpose I have 3 x 3.2TB Storage
- [Fixing LCMVROPCONFIG20013 in VCF 9.0.1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2025/11/25/fixing-lcmvropconfig20013-in-vcf-9-0-1/) - ERROR LCMVROPCONFIG20013 while VCF Operations update from 9.0.0 to 9.01 ERROR LCMVROPCONFIG20013 Installed Tree: apt install tree # tree File Exsist on the Offline Depot File Remove from the Binary Management Download the upgrade file again Download the file again: sudo ./vcf-download-tool binaries download --depot-download-token-file=/home/token -d /var/www/html --vcf-version=9.0.1 --type UPGRADE --component VROPS Pre-staged the VROPS
- [Addressing Edge Server Issues in VCF 9.0 after a Shutdown](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2025/11/06/addressing-edge-server-issues-in-vcf-9-0-after-a-shutdown/) - After shutting down the VCF 9.0 environment completely, I had 2 strange things. I followed the shutdown order for the management domain. Edge servers lost from NIC 2 and NIC 3 the network configuration Edge Servers did not start, not correctly I deployed a third edge server. Two new distributed port groups were created. These are missing
- [MS-A2: How a Ubiquity Flex 2.5G skips the 10G check in VCF 9.X](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2025/11/06/ms-a2-how-a-ubiquity-flex-2-5g-skips-the-10g-check-in-vcf-9-x/) - VCF 9 and 9.0.1 require 10GB nic. I use for my homelab the MS-A2 with the 2 x 10GbE Intel X710 SFP+ (NIC 1 & 2 from the left). It is silent and fast and have enough power to run VCF 9! So I bought also the 10GbE SFP+ to Copper Transceiver But when you
- [How to update standalone ESX(i) server](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2025/08/11/how-to-update-standalone-esxi-server/) - Sometimes I write stuff for myself and publish it as a archive piece, so as this one. For 8.0U3 esxcli software sources profile list -d https://dl.broadcom.com//PROD/COMP/ESX_HOST/main/vmw-depot-index.xml | grep -i ESXi-8.0U3 For ESX(i) 9 esxcli software sources profile list -d https://dl.broadcom.com//PROD/COMP/ESX_HOST/main/vmw-depot-index.xml | grep -i ESXi-9 If you got a memory error run the following commands If
- [Running VCF 9 in a Nested Lab using vSAN ESA on a single host is that not great?](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2025/06/30/running-vcf-9-in-a-nested-lab-using-vsan-esa-on-a-single-host-is-that-not-great/) - For the deployment I used a server that has 16 cores en 32 cores total and a lot of ram! Installation on Nested ESX VM's For the nested ESX VMs I am using the generic ESX image. In my lab I’m using 4 nested ESX nodes for vSAN ESA (Minimum is needed is 3). Ideally
- [Top VCF 9 Updates: Installer, NVME, and More](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2025/06/18/top-vcf-9-updates-installer-nvme-and-more/) - What are my things I would like to test VCF 9 installer (VCF 9 Beta i looked good) NVME Tiering vSAN ESA Dedub VCF 9 with Ubiquiti Kubernetes Service now includes Windows containerization NSX VPC Support The VCF Cloud Foundation Installer makes lives a lot easier! More about this coming very soon The VCF Operations
- [Config vSAN ESA host or VCF ESA vSAN Host the easy way with Config-VSAN-ESA-VCF-Lab-Host Script.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2025/06/16/config-vsan-esa-host-or-vcf-esa-vsan-host-the-easy-way-with-config-vsan-esa-vcf-lab-host-script/) - William Lam created the vSAN ESA HCL hardware mock VIB for Nested ESXi. It works great for vSAN ESA or for VCF vSAN ESA Nested nodes. You can download the needed vib here A whale ago I found a easy way to the deployment of a VMware SDDC based on vSAN ESA: VCF automated lab
- [Benefits of the Ubiquiti Flex 2.5G in a Home Lab](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2025/06/14/benefits-of-the-ubiquiti-flex-2-5g-in-a-home-lab/) - For my home lab I used for many years the Netgear GS108 unmanaged switch. I works great. Because the rest of my home work exist of Ubiquity devices I've wanted for a long timo to replace my netgear switch’s with a managed one. But the question was which one? I used the Flex Mini behind
- [Deploying VCF Workload Domain with One NSX Manager](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2025/06/08/deploying-vcf-workload-domain-with-one-nsx-manager/) - For your VCF homelab you wan to keep the resources small with a little bit overhead. In this post I will talk about how i managed to deploy a VCF Workload Domain with a single NSX Manager, instead of the standard three nsx nodes. Warning: Use this only in a Homelab! The trick is to SSH
- [Easy Script to Create DNS Records in VCF Lab](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2025/06/04/easy-script-to-create-dns-records-in-vcf-lab/) - When you build your VCF Lab environment you want to create your DNS records automatically. I use for DNS a Windows Server. The Script: function ConvertTo-DecimalIP {param ([string]$ip)$parts = $ip.Split('.') | ForEach-Object { [int]$_ }return ($parts[0] -shl 24) + ($parts[1] -shl 16) + ($parts[2] -shl 8) + $parts[3]} function ConvertTo-DottedIP {param ([int]$intIP)$part1 = ($intIP -shr
- [Simplified DNS Zone Commands for Windows](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2025/06/04/simplified-dns-zone-commands-for-windows/) - To very handy command’s when you are building your labs multiple times when using a Windows Server as a DNS Server I wanted to do it through Powershell but i think this is the easiest way to do. dnscmd /zoneexport "wardvissers.nl" "wardvissers.nl" dnscmd /zoneadd "wardhomelab.nl" /primary /file wardhomelab2.nl.dns /load
- [Deploying Windows VMs with Terraform and Packer](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2025/05/25/deploying-windows-vms-with-terraform-and-packer/) - A whale ago, I started using Packer for creating Windows Templates for using in my home lab. I blogged about it here: Windows Server 2025 “Preview” deployment with Packer So now I want to deploy a template with Terraform, which was created earlier by Packer. First, we need to ensure we have the Terraform downloaded
- [Get LDAPS Certificates: A Guide with OpenSSL](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2025/05/25/get-ldaps-certificates-a-guide-with-openssl/) - Using OpenSSL on Any Platform to get the LDAPS Certificate from the AD Server Using OpenSSL should work with any Active Directory Server platform. (Windows, Linux etc.). I use Windows in my case Requirements: Openssl FQDN or IP of the Active Directory Server LDAPS certificate installed in the Active Directory Server certificate store Steps: Run the
- [How to Obtain 3 Years of VMware Licenses with Certification](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2025/05/25/how-to-obtain-3-years-of-vmware-licenses-with-certification/) - By passing either of the new VCP-VCF level certification exam(s), anyone maintaining an active VMUG Advantage membership can receive 3 years worth of extensive VMware Cloud Foundation licensing for home lab use! The VMUG Advantage program has offered affordable home lab VMware licensing packages for years, but did cover most over the entire product portfolio. Last year
- [vEXPERT 2025](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2025/02/27/vexpert-2025/) - First post of 2025 it like to start with a good one for me :) . Very Very Happy with it!!
- [How to get Aria Operations (Skyline) Diagnostics working](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2024/12/19/how-to-get-aria-operations-skyline-diagnostics-working/) - On the 4th Oktober VMware Skyline was end of life. VMware Skyline was great: • Proactive Issue Identification • Automated Insights • Health Scans and Remediation • Integration with support VMware by Broadcom are building critical Findings and Self-Help recommendations directly in product starting with VCF (from 5.2) and Aria Operations (from v8.18 July 2024)
- [Essential Insights on Windows Server 2025](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2024/12/08/essential-insights-on-windows-server-2025/) - Essential Insights on Windows Server 2025 Free Windows Server 2025 Security Advice Book read here and download here Windows Server 2025 is Certified on VMware vSphere Windows Server 2025 known issues and notifications New & Updated Security Tools Windows Server 2022 to 2025: Active Directory Upgrade Guide
- [Using Get-vSANClusterHealth for Your Own Custom vSAN Health Reporting](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2024/11/26/using-get-vsanclusterhealth-for-your-own-custom-vsan-health-reporting/) - I my made my own vSAN Health report based on Get-vSANinfo You can find the script on my Github: Link That script dit not get all info that i wanted. I use is for all my different homelabs. Funtions: Cluster,Hosts,VMs,vSANVersion,vSanUpgrade,HealthCheckEnabled,TimeOfHclUpdate,StoragePolicy,vSanDiskClaimMode,faultdomaincount,ObjectOutOfcompliance,vSanOverallHealth,vSanOverallHealthDescription,vSanHealthScore,ComponentLimitHealth,OpenIssue,vSanFreeSpaceTB,vSanCapacityTB Addons:PerformanceServiceEnabledPerformanceStatsStoragePolicyfaultdomaincounStretchedClusterEnabledvSanFailureToTolerate (Works only in Second run, Work in Progress) You schedule the script and send
- [Windows Server 2022 to 2025: Active Directory Upgrade Guide](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2024/11/22/windows-server-2022-to-2025-active-directory-upgrade-guide/) - How to do a in place upgrade from a Windows Server 2022 Active Directory controller to a Windows Server 2025 active directory Finish
- [Easy Way To Check vCenter Linked Partner  Replication Status”](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2024/11/22/easy-way-to-check-vcenter-linked-partner-replication-status/) - Symptoms You see a error vCenter Server Replication Status : RED . Replication state is broken for the node: vCenter2.wardvissers.nl You may be missing one or more vCenters from the inventory tree You can check vCenter Server Management vCenterurl:5480 Possible Causes vCenter services failing Low Disk Space Network/firewall blocking communication vCenter Platform Services Controller misconfiguration: VMware
- [How to Remove Inaccessible vSAN Objects in vSphere: Step-by-Step Guide](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2024/08/19/how-to-remove-inaccessible-vsan-objects-in-vsphere-step-by-step-guide/) - This post is about how to remove such an inaccessible object within vSAN. Open an SSH session to the vCenter and enter the command rvc localhost in the command line. Navigate to the destinated vSAN cluster where you want to remove the inaccessible objects using cd and utilize ls to list in each step like
- [My HomeLab anno 2024](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2024/07/20/my-homelab-anno-2024/) - My home lab is manly used for testing new stuff released by VMware (70%) en Microsoft (20%) other stuff (10%) For the Base I use my Home PC Intel i5 12600k128 GB Memory2 x 2TB Samsung 980 and 990 Pro SSD.Windows 11 ProVMware Workstation Pro On my Home PC runningServer 2022 (Eval for DC)ESXi801 (16
- ['Ineligible for use by VSAN' can't be added to VSAN disk groups](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2024/08/09/ineligible-for-use-by-vsan-cant-be-added-to-vsan-disk-groups/) - I had the opportunity to test a Dell vSAN node. I had a older unattend install esxi iso. This installed the ESXi OS on the wrong disk. After a correct install vSAN did not see this this disk ready for use for vSAN. Combining the following articles Dell VXRai vSAN Drives ineligible and identify-and-solve-ineligible-disk-problems-in-virtual-san/ I
- [ESXi Unattend Install on Dell BOSS controller](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2024/08/09/esxi-unattend-install-on-dell-boss-controller/) - I had the opportunity to test a Dell vSAN node. I had a older unattend install esxi iso. This installed the ESXi OS on the wrong disk. I hate to type a very complex password twice. So automation is the key. I love de ks.cfg install option Sow following the following guide did not the
- [My Favorites Visual Studio Code Plugins](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2024/05/01/my-favoriete-visual-studio-code-plugins/) - When i begon with scripting using PowerShell ISE for Coding.PowerShell ISE and Visual Studio Code are free coding tools from Microsoft.But when Visual Studio Code was released back in 2015 i was switching to that. Powershell ISE i still use on a daily base for some basic tasks. But with de Extenions list for Visual
- [Updated ouut-of-band (OOB) updates are released for March 2024 for Windows Server Domain Controllers](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2024/03/23/updated-ouut-of-band-oob-updates-are-released-for-march-2024-for-windows-server-domain-controllers/) - Microsoft has identified an issue that affects Windows Server domain controllers (DCs), and has expedited a resolution that can be applied to affected devices. Out-of-band (OOB) updates have been released for some versions of Windows today, March 22, 2024, to addresses this issue related to a memory leak in the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS).
- [Windows Server 2025 "Preview" deployment with Packer](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2024/03/03/windows-server-2025-preview-deployment-with-packer/) - As Windows Server 2025 Preview is officially released, I wanted to test a automated build of the Windows Server 2025 Preview release. So that I can deploy this in my home lab and going to test the new features if I can find the time…. About Hashicorp Packer Hashicorp Packer is a self-contained executable producing quick and
- [Windows Server 2025 Preview (Build: Canary 26052)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2024/02/21/windows-server-2025-preview-build-canary-26052/) - I had some time to check out the new version of Server 2025. For the full upcomming features check: https://ignite.microsoft.com/en-US/sessions/f3901190-1154-45e3-9726-d2498c26c2c9?source=sessions Download Server 2025 Preview: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windowsinsiderpreviewserver Server 2025 will come with a lot of features (My Top 20+): General - Server 2022 upgrade to .vNext (Controled bij GPO) Hot Patching (Arc Enabled, Monthly Subscription) Active Directory
- [Excalidraw replacement for Microsoft Visio?](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2023/09/22/excalidraw-replacement-for-microsoft-visio/) - Sometimes you want to make a design of something. A whiteboard is then very handy. In most cases you would to like to use Microsoft Visio. But on my home pc I don’t have Visio. A free alternative is Excalidraw. You can draw some thing cool like this: (This for Demo only has no function)
- [Deploy Windows Core Server 2022 with Server Core App Compatibility Feature on Demand with Packer](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2023/08/20/deploy-windows-core-server-2022-with-server-core-app-compatibility-feature-on-demand-with-packer/) - I while ago I started with parker to create simple templates for use in my homelab. It take some time to find the rights scripts and learning en understanding the HCL2 coding But in related to Security reasons I want to use a Windows Core Server the smaller footprint. What is Server Core App Compatibility
- [VCF 5.0 running inside Nested ESXi server with only 64GB Memory](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2023/07/26/vcf-5-0-running-inside-nested-esxi-server-with-only-64gb-memory/) - So I interested to trying to deploy latest release of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 5.0 on my Windows 11 Home PC witch have 128GB and 16 core intel cpu. William Lee wrote a nice artikel about VMware Cloud Foundation 5.0 running on Intel NUC Disclaimer: This is not officially supported by VMware, please use at your own
- [NSX endless spinning blue cirle after login](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2023/07/26/nsx-endless-spinning-blue-cirle-after-login/) - After Upgrading NSX in my Homelab from from 3.2.0.1 to 4.0.1.1 I had weird issue. Also when I deployed my VCF5 lab When I log in the NSX manager I had endless spinning blue circle Tried different browsers Chrome/Firefox. Solution: Setting the Browser back to English.. Works Chrome. And it works again Source: Link
- [VMware Cloud Foundation 5.0 is Here](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2023/06/01/vmware-cloud-foundation-5-0-is-here/) - The VMware Cloud Foundation team is pleased to announce the availability of VMware Cloud Foundation 5.0 [BLOG] Announcing VMware Cloud Foundation 5.0 [BLOG] What’s New with vSphere and vSAN in VCF 5.0 [BLOG] What’s New with NSX in VMware Cloud Foundation 5.0 [BLOG] What’s New with vRealize Suite in VMware Cloud Foundation 5.0 Waiting for VMUG Advantive to be
- [Powercli Delete Orphaned Edge Transport Nodes](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2023/04/24/powercli-delete-orphaned-edge-transport-nodes/) - I made a little mistake on my Lab Environment. There fore it was required to clean up my last unremoveable edge server. Sow i made a little powercli script RemoveOrphanedEdge.ps1 # https://kb.vmware.com/s/article/892835# https://virtuallyjason.blogspot.com/2020/11/using-nsx-t-api.html $nsxfqdn = Read-Host "Give the IP of the FQDN from your NSX Server"if (!($creds)){ $creds = Get-Credential -Message "NSX-T Administrative Credentials:" }$base64Creds
- [Holodeck Toolkit Overview](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2023/04/20/holodeck-toolkit-overview/) - Holodeck Toolkit 1.3 Overview The VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Holodeck Toolkit is designed to provide a scalable, repeatable way to deploy nested Cloud Foundation hands-on environments directly on VMware ESXi hosts. These environments are ideal for multi-team hands on exercises exploring the capabilities of utilitizing VCF to deliver a Customer Managed VMware Cloud. Delivering labs
- [<strong>Packer – Vmware Tools + Windows Server + VMTools service not installing correctly</strong>](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2023/03/20/packer-vmware-tools-windows-server-vmtools-service-not-installing-correctly/) - I had a frustrating issue with Packer, specifically with VMware Tools installation. During the Packer install, I load up a script and have VMware Tools 12.1.5 installed. It seems to install successfully, But I noticed that the VMTools service is not running. I have to re-run setup64.exe via the GUI and do a repair, then
- [Enable Virtualization-based Security on a Virtual Machine on Nested ESXi Server in VMware Workstation](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2023/03/16/configure-enable-virtualization-based-security-on-a-virtual-machine-on-nested-esxi-server-in-vmware-workstation/) - First Step Shutdown ESXi Server enable Encryption Second Add vTPM Boot ESXi Server(s) Configure Key Providers (Add Native Key Provider) Now you can add vTPM to you VM Don’t forget to enable VBS Create GPO SRV 2022 - Virtualization Based Security and I did Apply only to my Server 2022 Lab Environment System Information on
- [Virtual Machine with Windows Server 2022 with KB5022842 (Feb 2023) installed and configured with secure boot will not boot up on vSphere 7 unless updated to 7.0u3k (vSphere 8 not affected)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2023/02/22/virtual-machine-with-windows-server-2022-with-kb5022842-feb-2023-installed-and-configured-with-secure-boot-will-not-boot-up-on-vsphere-7-unless-updated-to-7-0u3k-vsphere-8-not-affected/) - Virtual Machine with Windows Server 2022 with KB5022842 (Feb 2023) installed en configured with secure boot enabled will not boot up on vSphere 7 unless updated to 7.0u3k (vSphere 8 not affected) In VM vmware.log, there is ‘Image DENIED’ info like the below: 2023-02-15T05:34:31.379Z In(05) vcpu-0 - SECUREBOOT: Signature: 0 in db, 0 in dbx, 1 unrecognized, 0
- [Upgrading NSX in my Homelab from from 3.2.0.1 to 4.0.1.1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2023/02/22/upgrading-nsx-in-my-homelab-from-from-3-2-0-1-to-4-0-1-1/) - Next Migration al VM's from vSphere 7 to vSphere 8
- [Building NSX-T 3.1 Home lab Step 1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2021/12/03/building-nsx-t-3-1-home-lab-step-1/) - I'm doing a mini-series on my NSX-T home lab setup. It's only for testing en knowledge about NXS-T. With newer versions of NSX-T 3.1 and later a couple of enhancements have been made that makes the setup a lot easier, like the move to a single N-VDS with the ability to run NSX on a Virtual
- [NSX-T 3.1 Home lab – Part 2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2021/12/03/nsx-t-3-1-home-lab-part-2/) - With all the Fabric configuration done we can test our setup. I'm creating two overlay segments in NSX connected to a Tier-1 gateway, and after that we'll create a Tier-0 gateway and connect the T1 gateway to it to get North/South connectivity to the overlay resources Two VMs will be deployed, one VM in each
- [Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate certification](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2021/09/29/windows-server-hybrid-administrator-associate-certification/) - Microsoft announced the addition of the Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate certification to our portfolio, to be released in early December 2021. This new certification validates the skills of administrators working in hybrid environments. Administrators in this role support their teams and organizations using Windows Server—both in the cloud and on-premises/The Windows Server Hybrid Administrator
- [Removal of SD card/USB as a standalone boot device option after vSphere 7.x](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2021/09/29/removal-of-sd-card-usb-as-a-standalone-boot-device-option-after-vsphere-7-x/) - On the 16th of September, a KB article was published by VMware, which contains statements of Removal of SD card/USB as a standalone boot device option.USB/SD is not the right choice going forward! Why? The volume of reads/writes to and from the OS-DATA partition continues to increase with every release, which means that the lower
- [PowerCLI Move All VM’s to other Host](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2018/06/15/powercli-move-all-vms-to-other-host/) - ################### Config ################################## $SourceVC = "vcenter.wardvissers.nl ################## PASSWORD STORE ######################### #Username # Check if credentials exist in credential store if not ask for credentials and put them in credential store If ((Get-VICredentialStoreItem).host -notcontains $SourceVC) {New-VICredentialStoreItem -Host $SourceVC -User $env:USERNAME -Password ((get-credential).GetNetworkCredential().Password)} # Remove-VICredentialStoreItem * -Confirm:$false #################### END INIT #################################### #Login to
- [Deploy Multi VM’s based on Windows Template](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2018/05/30/deploy-multi-vms-based-on-windows-template/) - I love powershell. I created a little script to deploy multi VM based on a Windows Template throug CSV file. It’s create a computer account at the specfified ou. He greates also a Domain Local Group for management. (It used in the customization not specified here) TempVMlist.csv server,cpu,memory,DestinationCluster,OSCustomizationSpec,VMtemplate,adgroup WARDTEST01,2,8,CLUSTER01,W2012R2_Demo,TPL_W2012R2_STD,ServerAdmin MultiVM.ps1 #Filename: MultiVM.ps1 #Author: W. Vissers
- [SD Card Boot issue Solution in ESXi 7.x](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2021/06/14/sd-card-boot-issue-solution-in-7-x/) - Issue The host goes into an un-responsive state due to: "Bootbank cannot be found at path '/bootbank” and boot device is in an APD state. This issue is seen due to the boot device failing to respond & enter APD state (All paths down). Some cases, Host goes to non-responsive state & shows disconnected from
- [Upcoming change (March 2020) – Microsoft to disable use of unsigned LDAP port 389](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2020/01/22/upcoming-change-march-2020-microsoft-to-disable-use-of-unsigned-ldap-port-389/) - In March 2020, Microsoft is going to release a update which will essentially disable the use of unsigned LDAP which will be the default. This means that you can no longer use bindings or services which binds to domain controllers over unsigned ldap on port 389. You can either use LDAPS over port 636 or
- [Ultimate Cross vCenter Script](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2018/10/19/ultimate-cross-vcenter-script/) - Last year i attend the Dutch VMUG (NLVMUG) i followed session from Michael Wilmsen that was: Migrate your datacenter without downtime.I must also move al lot of VM’s from different datacenters to other datacenters.I use the script from Michael Wilmsen to move the VM’s. But along the way I counter some problems with this script.
- [VMware vSphere PowerCLI 11.0](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2018/10/19/vmware-vsphere-powercli-11-0/) - VMware vSphere PowerCLI 11.0 New FeaturesNew features available on VMware vSphere PowerCLI 11.0 is to support the new all updates and release of VMware products , find the below following has been features,New Security module vSphere 6.7 Update 1 NSX-T 2.3 Horizon View 7.6 vCloud Director 9.5 Host Profiles – new cmdlets for interacting with
- [vSphere 6.7 Update 1 Ready for Download](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2018/10/19/vsphere-6-7-update-1-ready-for-download/) - VMware vSphere Hypervisor (ESXi) 6.7U12018-10-16Go to DownloadsVMware vCenter Server 6.7U12018-10-16Go to DownloadsVMware vRealize® Log Insight™ 4.6.1 for vCenter™2018-06-05Go to DownloadsVMware vSphere Replication 8.1.0.42018-08-24Go to DownloadsVMware vRealize Orchestrator Appliance 7.5.02018-09-20Go to DownloadsVMware vRealize Operations Manager 7.02018-09-20Go to DownloadsVMware NSX for vSphere 6.4.32018-09-11Go to Downloads
- [HPE Oneview Powershell Clear Alerts](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2018/06/15/hpe-oneview-powershell-clear-alerts/) - You need: https://github.com/HewlettPackard/POSH-HPOneView/wiki ################################################################ # #Naam: Oneview Clear Alarms #Version: 0.1 #Author: Ward Vissers ################################################################ # Adding PowerCLI core snapin, also check if powerCLI module is alsready added if (!(get-module -name HPOneView.400 -erroraction silentlycontinue)) { import-module HPOneView.400 | out-null } $oneviewserver = "oneview.wardvissers.nl" Connect-HPOVMgmt -Hostname $oneviewserver Get-HPOVAlert | Set-HPOVAlert -Cleared Get-HPOVAlert -State Active
- [PowerCLI move Multiple VM’s to a VM Folder](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2018/06/15/powercli-move-multiple-vms-to-a-vm-folder/) - $DestinationVC = "vcenter.wardvissers.nl"Connect-VIServer $DestinationVC#Optie 1$vmfolder = "Applicatie Servers"$tempvms = Get-VM | where {$_.Folder -match 'vm'}foreach ($tempvm in $tempvms){$DestinationHost = Get-VM $tempvm | Get-VMhostMove-VM -VM $tempvm -InventoryLocation $vmfolder -Destination $DestinationHost -ErrorAction Stop}#Optie 2# Get-VM | where {$_.Folder -match 'vm'} | Move-VM -InventoryLocation "Diverse Applicatie Servers"
- [Microsoft Exchange Memory Corruption Vulnerability](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2018/05/13/microsoft-exchange-memory-corruption-vulnerability/) - A remote code execution vulnerability exists in Microsoft Exchange software when the software fails to properly handle objects in memory. An attacker who successfully exploited the vulnerability could run arbitrary code in the context of the System user. An attacker could then install programs; view, change, or delete data; or create new accounts.Exploitation of the
- [Important information before upgrading to vSphere 6.7 (KB53704)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2018/04/18/important-information-before-upgrading-to-vsphere-6-7-kb53704/) - This article provides important documentation and upgrade information that must be reviewed before upgrading to vSphere 6.7. ResolutionCompatibility considerationsTLS protocolsFor TLS 1.2 support information in vSphere 6.7, see the Support for Transport Security Layer 1.2 section of the vCenter Server Upgrade guide. Using a TLSv1.0, TLSv1.1 and/or TLSv1.2 connection to your email server is not
- [Windows Defender Browser Protection for Google Chrome](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2018/04/18/windows-defender-browser-protection-for-google-chrome/) - Safeguarding you from malicious websitesThe Windows Defender Browser Protection extension for Google Chrome allows you to add an additional layer of protection when browsing online, powered by the same trusted intelligence found in Microsoft Edge. The extension alerts you about known malicious links, and gives you a clear path back to safety.https://browserprotection.microsoft.com/learn.html
- [VMware vSphere 6.7](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2018/04/17/vmware-vsphere-6-7/) - VMware is announcing vSphere 6.7, the latest release of the industry-leading virtualization and cloud platform. vSphere 6.7 is the efficient and secure platform for hybrid clouds, fueling digital transformation by delivering simple and efficient management at scale, comprehensive built-in security, a universal application platform, and seamless hybrid cloud experience.vSphere 6.7 delivers key capabilities to enable
- [VMware PowerCLI 10.0.0](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2018/04/17/vmware-powercli-10-0-0/) - The release of VMware PowerCLI 10.0.0 was another big one for us. As a result, PowerCLI is now available on Linux, MacOS, and Windows! As part of every major release, there’s a large number of asks for the PowerCLI poster and today we’re releasing it!The poster features a bit of a layout refresh which conforms
- [VMware OS Optimization Tool Version b1097 Released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2018/04/17/vmware-os-optimization-tool-version-b1097-released/) - 2018-03-30, VMware announced a new version of the VMware OS Optimization Tool meaning the latest and greatest version is now b1097.Fixes and enhancements to this version includes:[Template] Issue fix – DELETEVALUE actions do not do anything [Template] Issue fix – DISM commands missing /NoRestart switch [Tool] Issue fix – Switching to another tab loses all
- [Exchange 2016 Cumulative Update 9 and Exchange 2013 Cumulative Update 20](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2018/04/17/exchange-2016-cumulative-update-9-and-exchange-2013-cumulative-update-20/) - On March 20, 2018 Microsoft has released two new quarterly updates:Exchange 2016 Cumulative Update 9 (CU9) Exchange 2013 Cumulative Update 20 (CU20)TLS 1.2 There aren’t too many new features in these CUs. The most important ‘feature’ is that TLS 1.2 is now fully supported (most likely you already have TLS 1.2 only on your load
- [RVtools 3.10 Released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2018/02/25/rvtools-3-10-released/) - Version 3.10 (February, 2018) - Upgraded RVTools solution to Visual Studio 2017 - Upgraded RVTools to .Net Framework version 4.6.1 - Upgraded Log4net to version 2.0.8, Waffle.AD to version 1.8.3 and NPOI to version 2.3.0 - Connection error when TLSv1.0 and TLSv1.1 are disabled and only TLSv1.2 is enabled is solved by using .Net Framework
- [Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 8450 Now Available](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/12/22/microsoft-deployment-toolkit-8450-now-available/) - The Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT), build 8450, is now available on the Microsoft Download Center. This update supports the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK) for Windows 10, version 1709, available on the Microsoft Hardware Dev Center(adksetup.exe file version 10.1.16299.15).Here is a summary of the significant changes in this build of MDT:Supported configuration updates Windows
- [Exchange 2013 CU19](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/12/22/exchange-2013-cu19/) - Exchange 2013 CU19 fixes:4046316 MAPI over HTTP can’t remove client sessions timely if using OAuth and the resource has a master account in Exchange Server 2013 4046205 W3wp high CPU usage in Exchange Server 2013 4046182 Event ID 4999 or 1007 if diagnostics service crashes repeatedly in Exchange Server 2013 4056329 Can’t access EWS from
- [Exchange 2016 CU8 15.1.1415.2 KB4035145](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/12/22/exchange-2016-cu8-15-1-1415-2-kb4035145/) - Exchange 2016 CU8 fixes:4056329 Can’t access EWS from Outlook/OWA add-ins via makeEwsRequestAsync in Exchange Server 2016 and Exchange Server 2013 4054516 “Your request can’t” error when accessing an archive mailbox via OWA in Exchange Server 2016 4055953 The recipient scope setting doesn’t work for sibling domains in Exchange Server 2016 4055435 No MAPI network interface
- [Install VMware PowerCli](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/11/22/install-vmware-powercli/) - 1. Install the Powershell Get ModuleInstalling items from the Gallery requires the latest version of the PowerShellGet module, which is available in Windows 10, in Windows Management Framework (WMF) 5.0, or in the MSI-based installer (for PowerShell 3 and 4).Get Windows 10, Get WMF 5.0, or Get MSI InstallerWith the latest PowerShellGet module, you can:Search
- [Free E-book: VMware vSphere 6.5 Host Resources Deep Dive](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/11/09/free-e-book-vmware-vsphere-6-5-host-resources-deep-dive/) - Free E-book: VMware vSphere 6.5 Host Resources Deep Dive
- [VMware Disk to Windows Disk Script](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/11/08/vmware-disk-to-windows-disk-script/) - Script: VMwareDisktoWindows.ps1# VMware to Windows Disk Script # # Author : Ward Vissers # created on : 08-11-2017 # version : V1.0 # Source : http://www.enterprisedaddy.com/2016/07/powercli-match-windows-disk-to-vmware-harddisk/ # # V0.1 Testing # V0.2 Line 33 $vm to $vm.name(Bug Found) # V0.3 Graphical Version Select VM # V0.4 Add Select VM from Cluster # V1.0 Add Selection
- [Imported Hotfixes for Windows 2008 R2 Clustering](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/10/31/imported-hotfixes-for-windows-2008-r2-clustering/) - Imported Hotfixes for Windows 2008 R2 Clustering:NTFS.sys2814923 "0x0000009E" Stop error and disk volumes cannot be brought online on a Windows Server 2008 R2-based failover clusterhttp://support.microsoft.com/kb/2814923/EN-USMPIO2754704 A hotfix is available that provides a mechanism for DSM to notify MPIO that a particular path is back to online in Windows Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008 R2http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2754704/EN-USstorport.sys2780444
- [Setting Cluster Time outs for Microsoft Clustering on vSphere](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/10/31/setting-cluster-time-outs-for-microsoft-clustering-on-vsphere/) - I created a little script that set the correct time outs:mscstimeoutsonvsphere.ps1:import-module failoverclustersget-cluster | fl *subnet*(get-cluster).SameSubnetDelay = 1000(get-cluster).SameSubnetThreshold = 10(get-cluster).CrossSubnetDelay = 2000(get-cluster).CrossSubnetThreshold = 10get-cluster | fl *subnet*Source:Microsoft Cluster Service (MSCS) support on ESXi/ESX (1004617)Guidelines for Microsoft Clustering on vSphere (1037959)
- [Handy Tool Google Keep](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/10/24/handy-tool-google-keep/) - You have some times a tool that it freaky handy. Google Keep. It works every. Where i loggon i have my to do list with mee. I do not have to sync them manually. It works from Windows 10, Andriod, iOS, Webbrowser.It keeps my head empty
- [VMware Horizon 7.3.1 and Horizon Client 4.6 released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/10/08/vmware-horizon-7-3-1-and-horizon-client-4-6-released/) - VMware has released VMware Horizon 7.3.1 and Horizon Client 4.6! With this new release, Horizon 7.3 enhances key platform features, including Horizon Virtualization Pack for Skype for Business, VMware Instant Clone Technology and the Horizon Help Desk Tool.Many new items have been introduced, such as HTML5 video redirection support for the Chrome browser and the
- [If you can‘t send an email with iOS 11 and an Outlook.com or Exchange mail account](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/09/27/if-you-cant-send-an-email-with-ios-11-and-an-outlook-com-or-exchange-mail-account/) - You might not be able to send email with an Outlook.com, Office 365, or Exchange account until you update to iOS 11.0.1. If your email account is hosted by Microsoft on Outlook.com or Office 365, or an Exchange Server 2016 running on Windows Server 2016, you might see this error message when you try to
- [Exchange Server 2019 mid 2018 and Skype for Business 2019 late 2018](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/09/27/exchange-server-2019-mid-2018-and-skype-for-business-2019-late-2018/)
- [Exchange Server 2016 Cumulative Update 7 (KB4018115)  and Exchange Server 2013 Cumulative Update 18 (KB4022631)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/09/20/exchange-server-2016-cumulative-update-7-kb4018115-and-exchange-server-2013-cumulative-update-18-kb4022631/) - The latest set of Cumulative Updates for Exchange Server 2016 and Exchange Server 2013 are now available on the download center. These releases include fixes to customer reported issues, all previously reported security/quality issues and updated functionality. Minimum supported Forest Functional Level is now 2008R2 In our blog post, Active Directory Forest Functional Levels for
- [Critical vulnerability in HPE Integrated Lights-out 4 (iLO 4) 2.53 and previous versions](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/09/17/critical-vulnerability-in-hpe-integrated-lights-out-4-ilo-4-2-53-and-previous-versions/) - I wrote a script to do a simple ILO upgrade. Download the latest firmware HERE Download HPE Powershell module HERE Find-HPiLO XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX-(Subnet Mask) | Where {$_.FWRI -lt 2.54 -AND $_.PN -like "*iLO 4*"} | Select -ExpandProperty HOSTNAME | Out-File c:\temp\ilo4.txt$server = get-content c:\temp\ilo4.txt$username = "Administrator"$ilocreds = read-host "Please enter your password"Update-HPiLOFirmware -Server $server -username $username
- [Exchange 2010-2016 Security Fixes](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/07/13/exchange-2010-2016-security-fixes/) - Microsoft released security updates to fix a remote code execution vulnerability in Exchange Server. The related knowledge base article is KB4018588.More information is contained in the following Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures articles:CVE-2017-8521 – Scripting Engine Memory Corruption VulnerabilityCVE-2017-8559 – Microsoft Exchange Cross-Site Scripting VulnerabilityCVE-2017-8560 – Microsoft Exchange Cross-Site Scripting VulnerabilityDepending on the lifecycle status of
- [Exchange Server 2016 online training courses now available](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/07/05/exchange-server-2016-online-training-courses-now-available/) - Microsoft announced the release of four new edX online training courses for Microsoft Exchange Server 2016. If you plan to implement Exchange Server 2016 or Exchange Online, or if you want to make sure that your implementation was done right, the Exchange Server 2016 online training courses are for you.Course offerings include:CLD208.1x: Microsoft Exchange Server
- [CPU usage is high when you use RPC over HTTP protocol in Windows 8.1 or Windows Server 2012 R2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/07/03/cpu-usage-is-high-when-you-use-rpc-over-http-protocol-in-windows-8-1-or-windows-server-2012-r2/) - Consider the following scenario that takes Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 as an example:The Mailbox server role is enabled in Exchange Server 2013. Exchange mailboxes use extended MAPI to communicate with the Exchange Server. The extended MAPI uses Microsoft RPC over HTTP (remote procedure call over HTTP) protocol. Many clients (such as mobile devices) are dropping
- [Important update for Azure Active Directory Connect - Version 1.1.553.0](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/06/30/important-update-for-azure-active-directory-connect-version-1-1-553-0/) - Microsoft released Azure Active Directory Connect version 1.1.553.0 on June 26, 2017. More importantly, they published an important security advisory one day later.Microsoft Security Advisory 4033453 - Vulnerability in Azure AD Connect Could Allow Elevation of Privilege explains,The [ADD Connect version 1.1.553.0] update addresses a vulnerability that could allow elevation of privilege if Azure AD
- [EXCHANGE 2013 CU17 AND EXCHANGE 2016 CU6](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/06/30/exchange-2013-cu17-and-exchange-2016-cu6/) - On June 27, 2017 Microsoft has released its quarterly updates for Exchange 2013 and Exchange 2016. The current version is now at Exchange 2013 CU17 (15.0.1320.4) and Exchange 2016 CU6(15.1.1034.26) . But this time there are some interesting things I’d like to point out.A couple of days before the release of Exchange 2016 CU6 (15.1.1034.26)Microsoft
- [New MVA learning paths for IT pros](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/06/13/new-mva-learning-paths-for-it-pros/) - Learn about the new paths for IT pros:PowerShell: Beginner. Step up your IT pro game with foundational knowledge of PowerShell. Learn to use the command line to solve an issue, automate your infrastructure, and more. PowerShell: Advanced. Go beyond the basics with scripting, reusable tools, and cmdlets—all taught by the architect and inventor of PowerShell,
- [CleanUp Old Active Sync Devices](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/05/05/cleanup-old-active-sync-devices/) - Overview older than 30 Days:Get-MobileDevice | Get-MobileDeviceStatistics | where {$_.LastSyncAttemptTime -lt (get-date).adddays(-30)} | out-gridview Delete active sync devices older then 30 days Get-MobileDevice | Get-MobileDeviceStatistics | where {$_.LastSyncAttemptTime -lt (get-date).adddays(-30)} | Remove-MobileDevice -Confirm:$false
- [Some handy URL for SQL Maintenance](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/04/25/some-handy-url-for-sql-maintenance/) - 2 Handy SQL Scripts ForceDatabaseOffline:USE masterGOALTER DATABASE YourDatabaseNameSET OFFLINE WITH ROLLBACK IMMEDIATEGO ShowOpenConnections:SELECT DB_NAME(dbid) as DBName, COUNT(dbid) as NumberOfConnections, loginame as LoginNameFROM sys.sysprocessesWHERE dbid > 0GROUP BY dbid, loginame; The Tool that is love is SP_Blitzhttpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5QAL9itupMADo need to do some SQL Maintenance, i have for you some handy URLs:https://ola.hallengren.com/ https://www.brentozar.com/
- [Windows ADK 1703 and Windows 10 Creators Update 1703](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/04/25/windows-adk-1703-and-windows-10-creators-update-1703/) - Introduction Microsoft have released both Windows 10 version 1703 and ADK 1703 last week, one is on MSDN the other on Microsoft’s download site. Download the media Download Windows ADK 1703 Download Windows 10 version 1703 Two Know Issues:OSD – App-V tools are missing in ADK 1703 when being installed on Windows Server 2016 (sometimes)
- [Exchange Edge role on Windows Server 2016 is not Recommend](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/04/20/exchange-edge-role-on-windows-server-2016-is-not-recommend/) - Exchange Team announcing an update to our support policy for Windows Server 2016 and Exchange Server 2016. At this time we do not recommend customers install the Exchange Edge role on Windows Server 2016. We also do not recommend customers enable antispam agents on the Exchange Mailbox role on Windows Server 2016 as outlined in
- [End of DirSync and AAD Sync Support](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/04/20/end-of-dirsync-and-aad-sync-support/) - Last week marks the end of support for the legacy synchronization tools which are used to connect on-premises Active Directory to Office 365 and Azure AD. Specifically Windows Azure Active Directory Sync (DirSync) and Azure AD Sync are the tools which are transitioning out of support at this time. Note also that version 1.0 of
- [European Skype for Business User Group Meeting about Office 365 PSTN calling](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/04/14/european-skype-for-business-user-group-meeting-about-office-365-pstn-calling/) - On April 6 i was attending the Dutch Skype for Business user groups event at Microsoft Netherlands. Especially for those present in the Netherlands, we will explain the new telephony capabilities Netherlands in Office 365 (PSTN calling). The agenda: 17: 30-18: 00 Registration 18:00 to 18:30 Skype for Business Online developments in the Netherlands (van
- [Exchange 2016/2013/2010 Updates March 2017](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/03/21/exchange-201620132010-updates-march-2017/) - Today, the Exchange Team released the March updates for Exchange Server 2013 and 2016, as well as Exchange Server 2010 and 2007. The latter will receive its last update, as Exchange 2007 will reach end-of-life April 11, 2017. As announced in December updates, Exchange 2013 CU16 and Exchange 2016 CU5 require .NET 4.6.2. The recommended
- [RVTools 3.9.3 vSphere 6.5 Supported](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/03/10/rvtools-3-9-3-vsphere-6-5-supported/) - Version Info Version 3.9.3 (March, 2017) Bug fix: unhandled exception in decrypt function solved Version 3.9.2 (February, 2017) Migrated RVTools to use .NET Framework version 4 Migrated RVTools to use NPOI 2.1.3.1 Support for vSphere 6.5 Improved logon performance RVTools will no longer write messages to the Windows eventlog All VM related tab pages now
- [Exchange 2007 reaches end of life on April 11](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/03/02/exchange-2007-reaches-end-of-life-on-april-11/) - On April 11, 2017, Exchange Server 2007 will reach End of Life. If you haven’t already begun your migration from Exchange 2007 to Office 365 or Exchange 2016, you need to start planning now. End of life means that Microsoft will no longer provide the following for Exchange 2007: Free or paid assisted support (including
- [Active Directory Synchronization (DirSync) Deprecation 4 April 2017](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/02/20/active-directory-synchronization-dirsync-deprecation-4-april-2017/) - Active Directory Synchronization (DirSync) Deprecation Status: Active Action Required by: April 4, 2017 Details: We will be removing the Windows Azure Active Directory Synchronization feature from Office 365, beginning April 4, 2017. You are receiving this message because our reporting indicates your organization is using Windows Azure Active Directory Synchronization. When this change is implemented,
- [Exchange Online RPC over HTTP Deprecation(Outlook 2007) October 31 2017](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/02/05/exchange-online-rpc-over-http-deprecationoutlook-2007-october-31-2017/) - Status: Active Action Required by: October 31, 2017 at 5:59 PM UTC Details: On October 31st, 2017, Exchange Online mailboxes in Office 365 will require connections from Outlook for Windows use MAPI over HTTP, our new method of connectivity and transport between Outlook for Windows and Exchange. In May of 2014, Microsoft introduced MAPI over
- [Server 2016 and ADFS Error 364 0d00-0080000000e1 EnableIdPInitiatedSignonPage False](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/01/28/server-2016-and-adfs-error-364-0d00-0080000000e1-enableidpinitiatedsignonpage-false/) - On ADFS page you get error: 00000000-0000-0000-0d00-0080000000e1 Event viewer: Event 364 Microsoft.IdentityServer.Web.IdPInitiatedSignonPageDisabledException: MSIS7012: An error occurred while processing the request. Get-AdfsProperties | select EnableIdPInitiatedSignonPage Set-AdfsProperties -EnableIdPInitiatedSignonPage $true adfs-server-2016-issue-testing
- [Azure AD Connect on Server 2016](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/01/22/azure-ad-connect-on-server-2016/)
- [Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS) Server 2016](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/01/11/active-directory-federation-services-ad-fs-server-2016/)
- [Azure AD Connect Adds Support for Windows Server 2016 and SQL 2016](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2017/01/05/azure-ad-connect-adds-support-for-windows-server-2016-and-sql-2016/) - If you're a customer who uses Azure Active Directory Connect, you'll want to know that Microsoft just released version 1.1.343.0, which adds support for Windows Server 2016 and SQL Server 2016 and fixes some bugs. Improvements:- Added support for installing Azure AD Connect on Windows Server 2016 standard or better.- Added support for using SQL
- [MDT Build 8443 Automatically move computers to the right OU.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/12/29/mdt-build-8443-automatically-move-computers-to-the-right-ou/) - On December 2010 i wrote an article: automatically move computers to the right OU.In MDT 2012 update 1 this was an issue: MDT 2012 settings per task sequence In MDT 2013 Update 2 this is still a issue: How to fix: I changed DeployWiz_SelectTS.vbs file and it work again 1. Edit DeployWiz_SelectTS.vbs2. Add after Function
- [Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) build 8443](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/12/29/microsoft-deployment-toolkit-mdt-build-8443/) - The Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT), build 8443, is now available on the Microsoft Download Center. This update requires the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK) for Windows 10, version 1607, available on the Microsoft Hardware Dev Center (adksetup.exe file version 10.1.14393.0). You may notice that we are not tagging this release with a year or
- [Zerto Virtual Replication](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/12/23/zerto-virtual-replication/) - Zerto Virtual Replication Ends Hypervisor Vendor Lock-In Zerto Virtual Replication (ZVR) is the first hypervisor-based replication solution to offer enterprise-class cross-hypervisor replication, disaster recovery, data protection and workload mobility. With ZVR, IT departments can automatically convert Hyper-V VMs to VMware, convert VMware VMs to Hyper- V, & convert Hyper-V to AWS for increased flexibility and
- [Update to apply MessageCopyForSentAsEnabled to any type of mailbox in Exchange Server 2016](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/12/20/update-to-apply-messagecopyforsentasenabled-to-any-type-of-mailbox-in-exchange-server-2016/) - Update to apply MessageCopyForSentAsEnabled to any type of mailbox in Exchange Server 2016 This update describes a change in which the MessageCopyForSentAsEnabled and MessageCopyForSendOnBehalfEnabled settings to save sent messages into a different mailbox can be applied to any type of mailbox with the Set-Mailbox cmdlet, not just shared mailboxes. This feature keeps a copy of
- [Exchange Team has released Quarterly Exchange Updates](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/12/20/exchange-team-has-released-quarterly-exchange-updates/) - - A new Outlook on the web compose experience- Support for .Net 4.6.2- Change to Pre-Requisites installed by Setup- Update on Windows Server 2016 support KB3206632- Latest time zone updates- Important Public Folder fix included in these releases Exchange Server 2016 Cumulative Update 4 (KB3177106), Download, UM Lang PacksExchange Server 2013 Cumulative Update 15 (KB3197044),
- [IIS Crypto the best tool to configure SSL/TLS cipher suites](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/11/30/iis-crypto-the-best-tool-to-configure-ssltls-cipher-suites/) - IIS Crypto is a free tool that gives administrators the ability to enable or disable protocols, ciphers, hashes and key exchange algorithms on Windows Server 2008, 2012 and 2016. It also lets you reorder SSL/TLS cipher suites offered by IIS, implement best practices with a single click, create custom templates and test your website.Features -
- [VMware AppVolumes the solution for Microsoft Outlook Cache problem with Office 365](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/11/23/vmware-appvolumes-the-solution-for-microsoft-outlook-cache-problem-with-office-365/) - Yesterday i attendant Experts Live. I followed the session: Winning hearts and minds of your users with an optimized VDI environment I saw a interesting thing Using VMware App Volumes and User Environment Manager to Store the Microsoft Outlook Cache (.OST) httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzy4X5xbURY Interesting thing to test
- [For Emergency case Shutdown all Running VM’s](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/11/21/for-emergency-case-shutdown-all-running-vms/) - In Emergency case (Power Lost, Backup Power Won’t Start, UPS battery gone bad) it’s fine that you have a script that will shutdown every running VM####################################################################### Shutdown All VM's at Once Emergency case######################################################################>CLS# write-host "Shutdown All VM's at Once Emergency case"$viserver = Read-Host 'What is the name of the Virtual Center Server?' $choice = ""while
- [Fix “Already Used” status VMware Horizon View](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/11/17/fix-already-used-status-vmware-horizon-view/) - When linked-clone desktops are not cleanly logged off and the “Refresh on logoff” policy is used, VMware Horizon View marks the desktop as “Already used” and blocks other users from accessing the machine. This “Already Used” state is a default VMware security feature which prevents other users from accessing the previous user’s data and allows
- [WMI Filters for OS version](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/11/14/wmi-filters-for-os-version/) - DESKTOPS ANY WINDOWS DESKTOP OS Any Windows Desktop OS – 32-bitselect * from Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE ProductType = "1" AND NOT OSArchitecture = "64-bit" Any Windows Desktop OS – 64-bitselect * from Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE ProductType = "1" AND OSArchitecture = "64-bit" WINDOWS 7 Windows 7select * from Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version like "6.1%" AND ProductType="1" Windows 7
- [Common Wireless RADIUS Configuration Issues](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/11/11/common-wireless-radius-configuration-issues/) - I found a great website with common Wireless RADIUS Configuration Issues https://documentation.meraki.com/MR/Encryption_and_Authentication/Common_Wireless_RADIUS_Configuration_Issues
- [Powershell Add AD Group Member to Group](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/11/11/powershell-add-ad-group-member-to-group/) - get-adgroupmember -identity "orginalgroup" | Get-ADuser | Foreach-Object {Add-ADgroupmember -identity "destinationgroup" -Members $_}
- [Don’t Deploy Exchange Server 2016 on Windows Server 2016 For Now Due to Stability Issues](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/11/04/dont-deploy-exchange-server-2016-on-windows-server-2016-for-now-due-to-stability-issues/) - Since the release of Exchange Server 2016 Cumulative Update 3 (CU3), which added support for installing Exchange 2016 onto Windows Server 2016 servers, there’s been a series of reports in support forums and blog comments about errors that customers are seeing. Now Microsoft has acknowledged that there is in fact a known issue, and there
- [Mobile security is more important than ever!!!](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/09/20/mobile-security-is-more-important-than-ever/) - The most used device these days is a mobile phone. Malware/Spyware/Hacking is everywhere, anytime,anywhere See: Update: Lookout re-airing on 60 Minutes Some latest news about Mobile Security Alerts:Hundreds of millions of devices potentially affected by first major iOS malware outbreak Lookout discovers new trojanized adware; 20K popular apps caught in the crossfire Soo what can
- [MS16-108: Security update for Exchange Server 2007/2010/2013/2016](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/09/15/ms16-108-security-update-for-exchange-server-2007201020132016/) - Summary This security update resolves vulnerabilities in Microsoft Exchange Server. The most severe of the vulnerabilities could allow remote code execution in some Oracle Outside In Libraries that are built into Exchange Server. This issue might occur if an attacker sends an email message with a specially crafted attachment to a vulnerable Exchange Server computer.
- [Security Bulletin: iOS “Pegasus” Malware and iOS 9.3.5 Security Update](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/09/06/security-bulletin-ios-pegasus-malware-and-ios-9-3-5-security-update/) - On Aug. 25, 2016, Apple announced updates to address security vulnerabilities in iOS version 9.3.4 and earlier. The affected components include the iOS kernel and WebKit. The vulnerabilities can result in jailbreak, remote code execution, and memory corruption. Security researchers at Lookout, Inc. have identified a high risk malware application, called “Pegasus”, that uses the
- [Keeping WSUS Happy using PowerShell](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/08/19/keeping-wsus-happy-using-powershell/) - Some time ago i found a great WSUS cleanup script. I used this at my demo lab and customer sites. WSUS need a little help Someone need to deny all patches that are superseeded, this does not happen automatically. Someone needs to cleanup old content, computers, patches and such, this does not happen automatically. Someone
- [Windows 10 1607 Windows Update Change](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/08/15/windows-10-1607-windows-update-change/) - For those of you who have started deploying Windows 10 1607, you might notice a change in the behavior of the Windows Update agent for PCs that are configured to pull updates from WSUS. Instead of pulling the updates from WSUS, PCs may start grabbing them from peers on your network, leveraging the Delivery Optimization
- [Very Important: Security update KB3159398 will break Group Policy](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/07/19/very-important-security-update-kb3159398-will-break-group-policy/) - There is a known issue with the MS16-072/KB3163622 patch. This update will break GPO’s with faulty rights. Examples: Drives appear on domain systems that should be hidden, mapping drives don't work, and other typical GPO settings aren't getting applied. To resolve this issue, use the Group Policy Management Console (GPMC.MSC) and follow one of the
- [ESXi host that is disconnected or not responding in VMware vCenter Server](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/07/19/esxi-host-that-is-disconnected-or-not-responding-in-vmware-vcenter-server/) - ESXi ALT-F1 = Switches to the consoleALT-F2 = Switches to the DCUI Restart the Management agents on an ESXi or ESX host From the Local Console or SSH: Log in to SSH or Local console as root.Run these commands: /etc/init.d/hostd restart/etc/init.d/vpxa restart
- [Windows Server 2016 certification](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/07/01/windows-server-2016-certification/) - Microsoft is pleased to announce the release of the new MCSA: Windows Server 2016 certification. The new MCSA can be earned by taking and passing the following three exams: 70-740 - Installation, Storage, and Compute with Windows Server 2016 70-741 - Networking with Windows Server 2016 70-742 - Identity with Windows Server 2016 Exam 740
- [Cumulative Update 2 for Exchange Server 2016](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/06/21/cumulative-update-2-for-exchange-server-2016/) - .Net 4.6.1 Support Support for .Net 4.6.1 is now available for Exchange Server 2016 and 2013 with these updates. We fully support customers upgrading servers running 4.5.2 to 4.6.1 without removing Exchange. We recommend that customers apply Exchange Server 2016 Cumulative Update 2 or Exchange Server 2013 Cumulative Update 13 before upgrading .Net FrameWork. Servers
- [The Windows Server Update Services console gives Unexpected Error after KB3159706](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/06/10/the-windows-server-update-services-console-gives-unexpected-error-after-kb3159706/) - The Windows Server Update Services console gives Unexpected Error after KB3159706 Solution: Manual steps required to complete the installation of this update Open an elevated Command Prompt window, and then run the following command (case sensitive, assume "C" as the system volume): "C:\Program Files\Update Services\Tools\wsusutil.exe" postinstall /servicing Select HTTP Activation under .NET Framework 4.5 Features
- [Temporary Post Used For Theme Detection (97abae63-97f3-469f-b5c0-8c21fe6f53e5 - 3bfe001a-32de-4114-a6b4-4005b770f6d7)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/06/10/temporary-post-used-for-theme-detection-97abae63-97f3-469f-b5c0-8c21fe6f53e5-3bfe001a-32de-4114-a6b4-4005b770f6d7/) - This is a temporary post that was not deleted. Please delete this manually. (5f013a7a-ebfb-4a1f-aaa7-6e3044c864e6 - 3bfe001a-32de-4114-a6b4-4005b770f6d7)
- [SSL3.0 Enabled after install Exchange 2013 Cumulative update](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/05/09/ssl3-0-enabled-after-install-exchange-2013-cumulative-update/) - After installing a cumalitive update on Exchange 2013 SSL3.0 is weer enabled. With the following script you can disable SSL3.0 DisableSSL3.0.ps1: $keyPathRoot = “HKLM:\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\SecurityProviders\SCHANNEL\Protocols”; $keyPath = $keyPathRoot + “\SSL 3.0\Server”; if (!(Test-Path $keyPath)) { New-Item -path $keyPathRoot”\SSL 3.0″ -ItemType key -Name “Server” -Force; } Set-ItemProperty -path $keyPath -name “Enabled” -value 0x0 -Type DWORD -Force; Thnx
- [Configure your Exchange 2016 server with Configure-Echange2016.ps1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/05/03/configure-your-exchange-2016-server-with-configure-echange2016-ps1/) - The Script is based on my Configure Exchange 2013 Script Download: https://gallery.technet.microsoft.com/scriptcenter/Configure-Exchange-2013-e0ffb2a6 At this moment there is only v1.0 so now new features. You can download this script here:https://gallery.technet.microsoft.com/scriptcenter/Configure-Exchange-2016-0e3c8288
- [Configure your Exchange 2013 server with Configure-Echange2013.ps1 Updated to V3.2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/04/26/configure-your-exchange-2013-server-with-configure-echange2013-ps1-updated-to-v3-2/) - Updated to V3.2 Change List: # V1.0 Begin# V1.1 Added Some New Options 12-10-2014# V1.2 Added Hyper-V Best Practise & NTFS Partition Offset# V1.3 Added KB2995145 .NET Framework 4.5 garbage collector heap Fix# V1.4 Added Set Minimum Disk Space Warning level (180GB Default CU6 200GB CU5)# V1.5 Added Some new features# V1.6 Changed the Layout
- [MDT 2013 Update 2 Automatically move computers to the right OU.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/04/25/mdt-2013-update-2-automatically-move-computers-to-the-right-ou/) - On December 2010 i wrote an article: automatically move computers to the right OU.In MDT 2012 update 1 this was an issue: MDT 2012 settings per task sequence In MDT 2013 Update 2 this is still a issue: How to fix: I changed DeployWiz_SelectTS.vbs file and it work again 1. Edit DeployWiz_SelectTS.vbs2. Add after “Dim
- [Error Cannot add host to vCenter server because datastore is shared with an existing vCenter host](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/04/21/error-cannot-add-host-to-vcenter-server-because-datastore-is-shared-with-an-existing-vcenter-host/) - Oplossing: 1. Unmount the LUN 2. Detach 3. Rescan All 4. Add the ESXi Host to the Cluster 5. Attach Disk/Lun 6. Rescan All 7. Mount volume
- [Setup MDT 2013 (Update 2) to encrypt Windows 10 devices (Laptops) automaticlly](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/04/14/setup-mdt-2013-update-2-to-encrypt-windows-10-devices-laptops-automaticlly/) - This will show you how to configure your environment for BitLocker, the disk volume encryption built into Windows 10 Enterprise and Windows 10 Pro, using MDT. BitLocker in Windows 10 has two requirements in regard to an operating system deployment: A protector, which can either be stored in the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) chip, or
- [New Training Platform: Learn @ KEMP](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/04/13/new-training-platform-learn-kemp/) - Ward Vissers Blogging About Microsoft Exchange VMware and other interresting things about ICT Your gateway to becoming proficient in all things KEMP is here! We have recently launched our Learn @ KEMP Training Portal, making it easy for you to: • Learn about KEMP’s Series of Load Balancers. • Get certified at all levels ranging
- [RVTools version 3.8 is now available](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/03/29/rvtools-version-3-8-is-now-available/) - RVTools is a windows .NET 2.0 application which uses the VI SDK to display information about your virtual machines and ESX hosts. Interacting with VirtualCenter. RVTools is able to list information about VMs, CPU, Memory, Disks, Partitions, Network, Floppy drives, CD drives, Snapshots, VMware tools, Resource pools, Clusters, ESX hosts, HBAs, Nics, Switches, Ports, Distributed
- [Exchange Server 2016 Cumulative Update 1 May Cause Edge Server to Reject Email to Valid Recipients](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/03/28/exchange-server-2016-cumulative-update-1-may-cause-edge-server-to-reject-email-to-valid-recipients/) - News of a bug with Exchange Server 2016 Cumulative Update 1 has emerged, with some customers running Exchange 2016 Edge Transport servers finding that the Edge server rejects emails sent to valid email addresses. First reported by MVP Norbert Klenner, details of the bug have been added to the release notes for Exchange 2016. Edge
- [Exchange Updates installing slow on Windows Server 2012 R2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/03/23/exchange-updates-installing-slow-on-windows-server-2012-r2/) - For customers who are running Exchange on Windows Server 2012 R2, we want to make certain you are aware of a condition which can substantially increase the amount of time it takes to install Exchange Updates on this OS. Working with the .Net team, we have discovered that systems which have applied Windows Update KB3097966
- [Cumulative Update 1 for Exchange Server 2016](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/03/15/cumulative-update-1-for-exchange-server-2016/) - Exchange Team released: Cumulative Update 1 for Exchange Server 2016 Issues that the cumulative update fixes KB 3139730 Edge Transport service crashes when you view the properties of a poison message in Exchange Server 2016KB 3135689 A custom SAP ODI URI is removed by ActiveSync from an email message in an Exchange Server environmentKB 3135688
- [Cumulative Update 12 for Exchange Server 2013](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/03/15/cumulative-update-12-for-exchange-server-2013/) - Exchange team released CU12 for Exchange 2013Issues that this cumulative update fixes: KB 3143710 "Failed Search or Export" error occurs when an eDiscovery search in the Exchange Admin Center finishes KB 3138644 Messages are stuck in the Submission queue until NDRs are returned or the server is restarted KB 3137585 OAuth authentication fails in a
- [Rollup 13 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/03/15/rollup-13-for-exchange-server-2010-service-pack-3/) - This update rollup includes the following changes: A new Office 365 Hybrid Configuration wizard (HCW) is used in Exchange Server 2010 that was bundled in the Exchange Management Console (EMC). This change makes sure that EMC always runs the latest version of the HCW that contains up-to-date experience when the HCW is initiated from the
- [Export Drivers from Windows with Powershell](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/03/09/export-drivers-from-windows-with-powershell/) - i found a cool article about exporting driver with powershell: powershell-is-king-export-drivers-from-windows/ Commando:Export-WindowsDriver -Destination "C:\Drivers\$((Get-WmiObject -Class win32_computersystem).Model)" -Online Cool
- [Free ebook: Deploying Windows 10: Automating deployment by using System Center Configuration Manager](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/03/03/free-ebook-deploying-windows-10-automating-deployment-by-using-system-center-configuration-manager/) - We’re happy to announce the release of our newest free ebook, Deploying Windows 10: Automating deployment by using System Center Configuration Manager (ISBN 9781509301867), by Andre Della Monica, Russ Rimmerman, Alessandro Cesarini, and Victor Silveira. This ebook is also available for download at the Microsoft Virtual Academy (MVA). Get a head start deploying Windows 10—with
- [Staying up-to-date with Windows Server updates for Remote Desktop Services (RDS)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/02/23/staying-up-to-date-with-windows-server-updates-for-remote-desktop-services-rds/) - Microsoft Remote Desktop Team get customer enquiries asking which RDS updates are available for a particular Windows Server platform; or when providing support we need to verify if certain hotfixes and servicing rollups are installed on the customers’ servers. To make it easier for customers and ourselves, we regularly revise KB articles that list all
- [Important notice about certificate expiration for Exchange 2013 Hybrid customers](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/02/20/important-notice-about-certificate-expiration-for-exchange-2013-hybrid-customers/) - If you’re running Exchange 2013 and you’ve configured a hybrid deployment with Office 365, this post contains important information that might impact you. Please evaluate this information and take any necessary action before April 15, 2016. On April 15 2016, the Office 365 TLS certificate will be renewed. This certificate is used by Office 365
- [Microsoft Exchange Server User Monitor For Exchange 2013 and 2016](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/02/16/microsoft-exchange-server-user-monitor-for-exchange-2013-and-2016/) - Use the Microsoft Exchange Server User Monitor to gather real-time data to better understand current client usage patterns, and to plan for future work. Administrators can view details on server resource utilization as reported through server-side tracing. This tool works with Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 and 2016. The tool is provided as-is. At this time,
- [DNS Best Practise](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/02/16/dns-best-practise/) - I thing i see at many client’s where i come is. Enable Automatic scavenging of stale records is forget to enable. This is a best practise. See: https://technet.microsoft.com/nl-nl/library/ff807390(v=ws.10).aspx Use the Microsoft Best Practice Analyzer Powershell Set-DnsServerScavenging –ScavengingState $True –RefreshInterval 7:00:00:00 –NoRefreshInterval 7:00:00:00 –ScavengingInterval 7:00:00:00 –ApplyOnAllZones –Verbose
- [On .NET Framework 4.6.1 and Exchange Skype4B Lync compatibility](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/02/15/on-net-framework-4-6-1-and-exchange-skype4b-lync-compatibility/) - We wanted to post a quick note to call out that since yesterday, the .NET Framework 4.6.1 has been made a recommended update on WU (Windows Update). As we have already stated in the Exchange Supportability Matrix, at this time, this version of .NET framework is not supported by Exchange. In fact, we know of
- [Don’t use DHCP Option 60/66/67 when you want to use UEFI & Legacy PXE Boot with MDT](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/02/12/dont-use-dhcp-option-606667-when-you-want-to-use-uefi-legacy-pxe-boot-with-mdt/) - If you want to use EUFI Boot with MDT 2013 Update X. Don’t use DHCP Option 60/66/67!!!DC01 = Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1DC02 = Windows Server 2012MDT01 = Windows Server 2012 R2 UEFI Client: Dell Laptop E5450BIOS Client: HyperV Virtual machine with Legacy network adapert DC1; MDT01 and DHCPServer all in Subnet1.(IP Helper is set
- [MDT Display The Task Sequence Name](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/02/03/mdt-display-the-task-sequence-name/) - I While ago i blogd about MDT Displaying The Task Sequence Name This is still ongoing issue in MDT 2013 Update 2 Sow:oEnvironment.Item("_SMSTSPackageName") = "Lite Touch Installation" And change it like so:oEnvironment.Item("_SMSTSPackageName") = oEnvironment.Item("TaskSequenceName") Change this please Microsoft Download here the changed litetouch.swf
- [Exchange Analyzer is a great tool for every Exchange Admin](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/02/01/exchange-analyzer-is-a-great-tool-for-every-exchange-admin/) - Exchange Analyzer is a PowerShell tool that scans an Exchange Server 2013 or 2016 organization and reports on compliance with best practices. Exchange Analyzer is a community project, and is currently a beta release seeking feedback and results from real world environments. To read the latest information about Exchange Analyzer click here to visit the
- [Beta Exam 345: Designing and Deploying Microsoft Exchange Server 2016 NOW AVAILABLE](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/01/13/beta-exam-345-designing-and-deploying-microsoft-exchange-server-2016-now-available/) - Are you an expert in designing and managing Exchange Server? Are you responsible for the Exchange Server 2016 messaging environment in an enterprise environment? If so, here's your chance to start down the path to the MCSE certification for free AND help us improve the quality of this exam! We are opening up 350 beta
- [MS16-010: Security update in Microsoft Exchange Server to address spoofing: January 12, 2016](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/01/13/ms16-010-security-update-in-microsoft-exchange-server-to-address-spoofing-january-12-2016/) - This security update resolves a vulnerability in Microsoft Exchange Server that could allow information disclosure if Outlook Web Access (OWA) doesn't handle web requests, sanitize user input and email content correctly. To learn more about the vulnerability, see Microsoft Security Bulletin MS16-010. Download:Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 Service Pack 1 (3124557) Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 Cumulative
- [wardvissers.nl Windows 10 mobile & desktop app](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2016/01/05/wardvissers-nl-windows-10-mobile-desktop-app/) - With Microsoft app studio you can create your on app within minuts.I created this within 15 minuts. Cool Windows 10 Mobile Download package Windows 10 Desktop Download package How to use these packages: Desktop: download the installable package, unzip it and execute the powershell script Add-AppDevPackage.ps1 and follow the instructions. For Mobile: download and install
- [Integrate Office Updates and Hotfixes in Office 2010/2013/2016](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/12/24/integrate-office-updates-and-hotfixes-in-office-201020132016/) - Office 2010/2013/2016 supports integration of Updates by placing the MSP files in the Updates folder of the installation medium. The challenge is more in getting all the update files. Fortunate there are a few great community users that have created WHDownloader for downloading these files and they also maintain the list of applicable updates for
- [Download Office 2016 with Click-to-Run for Office 365 products by using the Office Deployment Tool](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/12/24/download-office-2016-with-click-to-run-for-office-365-products-by-using-the-office-deployment-tool/) - There are two different versions of the Office Deployment Tool available – one for Office 2013 and a different one for Office 2016. Each Office Deployment Tool works only with that specific version of Office. You can download them from the Microsoft Download Center by using the following links: Office Deployment Tool (Office 2013 version)Office
- [MDT 2013 Update 2 (6.3.8330) Released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/12/23/mdt-2013-update-2-6-3-8330-released/) - The Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) 2013 Update 2 (6.3.8330) is now available on the Microsoft Download Center. This update requires the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK) for Windows 10, available on the Microsoft Hardware Dev Center. (Note that there are known issues with the v1511 release of the Windows 10 ADK and System Center
- [Skype for Business 2015 Planning Tool](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/12/23/skype-for-business-2015-planning-tool/) - The Skype for Business Team released Skype for Business 2015 Planning Tool. This tool asks you a series of questions about your organization and the features that you are interested in. The planning tool will then use your answers to recommend a topology based on the tested Skype for Business 2015 user model.Your organization may
- [Certification Update for MCSE: Communication](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/12/16/certification-update-for-mcse-communication/) - The MCSE: Communication certification is being updated to support Skype for Business skills. Starting 28-December, 2015, the following two new Skype for Business exams (currently in beta) will fulfill the MCSE: Communication requirements, provided that the candidate has already earned a qualifying MCSA credential: Exam 333: Deploying Enterprise Voice with Skype for Business 2015 Exam
- [Cumulative Update 11 for Exchange Server 2013](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/12/15/cumulative-update-11-for-exchange-server-2013/) - Cumulative Update 11 for Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 was released on December 15, 2015. Several nonsecurity issues are fixed in this cumulative update or a later cumulative update for Exchange Server 2013. This cumulative update fixes the issues that are described in the following Microsoft Knowledge Base articles: KB 3120594 Appointment on the Outlook calendar
- [Update Rollup 12 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/12/15/update-rollup-12-for-exchange-server-2010-service-pack-3/) - Update Rollup 12 for Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 3 (SP3) was released on December 15, 2015. This update rollup fixesvarious issues. Before you install this update, you must remove all interim updates for Exchange Server 2010 SP3. Also, see this important information about how to install this update. This update fixes the issues
- [Announcing Open Live Writer - An Open Source Fork of Windows Live Writer](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/12/15/announcing-open-live-writer-an-open-source-fork-of-windows-live-writer/) - Today is the day. An independent group of volunteers within Microsoft has successfully open sourced and forked Windows Live Writer. The fork is called Open Live Writer (also known as OLW) and it is part of the .NET Foundationand managed by this group of volunteers. Read the fantastic announcement at the .NET Foundation Blog! Download
- [The Lync exam retirement dates were extended to March 30, 2016. Exams on Skype will replace these exams and will be in beta soon.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/12/15/the-lync-exam-retirement-dates-were-extended-to-march-30-2016-exams-on-skype-will-replace-these-exams-and-will-be-in-beta-soon/)
- [Convert VMware .vmdk to Hyper-V .vhdx with Powershell](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/11/26/convert-vmware-vmdk-to-hyper-v-vhdx-with-powershell/) - Download Microsoft Virtual Machine Converter 3.1 over here. Install mvmc_setup.msi Run your Powershel 3.0+ as an administrator. Import-Module "C:\Program Files\Microsoft Virtual Machine Converter\MvmcCmdlet.psd1" Convert to VHD:ConvertTo-MvmcVirtualHardDisk -SourceLiteralPath "E:\Virtuele Machines\DC01\DC01.vmdk" -DestinationLiteralPath "G:\Hyper-V" -VhdType FixedHardDisk -VhdFormat VhdConvert VHD to VHDX:Convert-VHD -Path ‘G:\Hyper-V\dc01.vhd’ -DestinationPath “G:\Hyper-V\dc01.vhdx” -VHDType Fixed -Passthru
- [Windows 10 ADK update build 10586](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/11/18/windows-10-adk-update-build-10586/) - The latest Windows 10 ADK update, build 10586, was silently released a few days ago (Thanks deploymentresearch for the download link). In this post you learn about what’s changed. Download link: http://download.microsoft.com/download/3/8/B/38BBCA6A-ADC9-4245-BCD8-DAA136F63C8B/adk/adksetup.exe Warning: Do NOT upgrade your ConfigMgr 2012 R2 SP1 or MDT 2013 Update 1 environments to this build yet. For ConfigMgr, even though
- [Windows Update KB3097877 crashes Outlook](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/11/17/windows-update-kb3097877-crashes-outlook/) - A recent update for Windows may cause Outlook to crash. The update that causes this is KB3097877 and it appears to be limited to only some Windows 7 installations when downloading online images for a HTML message. The version of Outlook that you are using doesn’t seem to matter and other applications may also be
- [MS15-122 Security Update for Kerberos to Address Security Feature Bypass (Bitlocker)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/11/16/ms15-122-ecurity-update-for-kerberos-to-address-security-feature-bypass-bitlocker/) - This security update resolves a security feature bypass in Microsoft Windows. An attacker could bypass Kerberos authentication on a target machine and decrypt drives protected by BitLocker. The bypass can be exploited only if the target system has BitLocker enabled without a PIN or USB key, the computer is domain-joined, and the attacker has physical
- [Skype for Business Basic Client](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/10/19/skype-for-business-basic-client/) - Lync Basic 2013 provides all the basic functionality that’s available in the full version of Lync (Lync 2013). However, if you want to use any of the following features, you will need to upgrade to Lync 2013: Advanced call features (not available with all Office 365 subscriptions); advanced call features include team ring, call forwarding,
- [Outlook 2010 support for Office 365 will end 13 October 2015](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/09/30/outlook-2010-support-for-office-365-will-end-13-october-2015/) - About two weeks October 13, 2015 this is the final day of mainstream support for Outlook 2010. This is especially relevant to Exchange Online users as the system requirements for Office 365 state that it is designed to work with “any version of Microsoft Office in mainstream support”. While Microsoft does not actively block you
- [MDT 2013 Update 1 error Dism 1726 (SSD Disk is to fast)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/09/29/mdt-2013-update-1-error-dism-1726-ssd-disk-is-to-fast/) - When you update your deployshare and you have the deploymentshare on a SSD disk. You wil get a this moment the following errorError:Deployment Image Servicing and Management toolVersion: 10.0.10240.16384 Image Version: 10.0.10240.16384 Processing 1 of 1 - Adding package WinPE-MDAC-Package~31bf3856ad364e35~amd64~~10.0.10240.16384 Error: 1726 The remote procedure call failed.An error occurred closing a servicing component in the image.Wait a few minutes
- [The given key was not present in the dictionary while installing Exchange 2013 CU10](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/09/28/the-given-key-was-not-present-in-the-dictionary-while-installing-exchange-2013-cu10/) - I wanted to install Exchange 2013 CU10 on my lab. But i get the following error.[09-22-2015 11:31:09.0224] [2] Saving object "My Marketplace Apps" of type "ExchangeRole" and state "Unchanged".[09-22-2015 11:31:09.0240] [2] Used domain controller DC01.wardvissers.local to read object CN=My ReadWriteMailbox Apps,CN=Roles,CN=RBAC,CN=First Organization,CN=Microsoft Exchange,CN=Services,CN=Configuration,DC=wardvissers,DC=local.[09-22-2015 11:31:09.0271] [2] [ERROR] The given key was not present in the dictionary.[09-22-2015
- [Cumulative Update 10 for Exchange Server 2013](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/09/21/cumulative-update-10-for-exchange-server-2013/) - Exchange Team has released Cumulative Update 10 for Exchange Server 2013. From the Microsoft Exchange Team blog: The release includes fixes for customer reported issues, minor product enhancements and previously released security bulletins, including MS15-103. Cumulative Update 10 does not include updates to Active Directory Schema, but does include additional RBAC definitions requiring PrepareAD to
- [Rollup 11 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/09/21/rollup-11-for-exchange-server-2010-service-pack-3/) - Exchange Team has released Update Rollup 11 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 3. From the Microsoft Exchange Team blog: This release provides an important fix for an Information Store crash when customers are upgrading their Lync server infrastructure to Skype for Business. Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 3 Update Rollup 11, is the minimum
- [MDT 2013 Update 1 re-released (build 8298)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/09/16/mdt-2013-update-1-re-released-build-8298/) - MDT Team have released a newer build (8298) to address many of these issues. The Download Center is updated with the new build and is still considered MDT 2013 Update 1. Build 8290 is no longer available, no longer supported, and superseded by build 8298. NOTE: it can take time for the files to fully
- [Office 2013 Group Policy User Settings Recommendations](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/09/14/office-2013-group-policy-user-settings-recommendations/) - The following table lists a number of user settings across each of the Office 2013 applications that I recommend you take a look at. This is just a small subset of the total number of settings, but includes some of the most important ones. The status of each setting will vary dependant on the environment.
- [Windows 8.1 with Hyper-V external switch - 802.1x will not work](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/09/03/windows-8-1-with-hyper-v-external-switch-802-1x-will-not-work/) - I have Windows 8.1 with installed Hyper-V and virtual machines connected via Hyper-V Switch - External. 802.1x wired authentication is not working in host or in guest machine (computer is not responding to switch requests). If I will change switch mode to Internal/Private it will start working. Windows 8.1 with a Hyper-V external switch with
- [Install Exchange 2016 Prerequisites with Install-Exchange2016MailboxPrerequisites.ps1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/08/27/install-exchange-2016-prerequisites-with-install-exchange2016mailboxprerequisites-ps1/) - This script will install the needed prerequisites for the Mailbox Role of Exchange 2016 “Preview” on Server 2012 R2 . It will install the following:- Windows Componets- .NET Framework 4.5.2- Microsoft Unified Communications Managed API 4.0, Core Runtime 64-bit You can download the script here: https://gallery.technet.microsoft.com/scriptcenter/Exchange-2016-prerequisites-9a0b5e17
- [MDT 2013 Update 1 Release Notes and Known Issues](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/08/25/mdt-2013-update-1-release-notes-and-known-issues/) - This post is to serve as the release notes and known issues list for the current release of MDT 2013 Update 1 (v6.3.8290). Source: http://blogs.technet.com/b/msdeployment/archive/2015/08/25/mdt-2013-update-1-release-notes-and-known-issues.aspx The list of known issues below provides a number of workarounds that are currently available to help unblock affected customers. We will revise the list as needed. Given the number
- [Recertify MCSE: Messaging certification through MVA](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/08/19/recertify-mcse-messaging-certification-through-mva/) - You’ve proven yourself. As a Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE), you passed a rigorous series of exams to earn your certification. But, as the pace of changing technology accelerates, so does the challenge of keeping your skills up to date. Now, you have a convenient way to get recertified. Through Microsoft Virtual Academy, you can
- [MDT 2013 Update 1 Now Available](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/08/18/mdt-2013-update-1-now-available/) - The Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) 2013 Update 1 is now available on the Microsoft Download Center. This update requires the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK) for Windows 10, available on the Microsoft Hardware Dev Center. (Scroll to the bottom of the page to the section, "Customize, assess, and deploy Windows on your hardware." The
- [CalCheck Powershell Script to fix Calander Issues the Easy Way](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/08/18/calcheck-powershell-script-to-fix-calander-issues-the-easy-way/) - I created a handy script to fix a Exchange calender the easy way. I does the following:- Ask for the username- Gives full access to user mailbox and disable automapping- Export Name,LegacyExchangeDN from the user to list.txt- Run CalCheck- Remove Full Access PermissionsPut CalCheck.ps1 in de same folder where calcheck.exe exsist.Download CalCheck You can find
- [ExchangeLyncAdminScript.ps1 Script to Manage Exchange & Lync & Active Directory](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/08/13/exchangelyncadminscript-ps1-script-to-manage-exchange-lync-active-directory/) - Exchange & Lync Admin Script created by Ward Visserswww.wardvissers.nl Tool to Manage Active Directory & Exchange & Lync THIS CODE IS MADE AVAILABLE AS IS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. THE ENTIRE RISKOF THE USE OR THE RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THIS CODE REMAINS WITH THE USER Please select the admin area you
- [Configure your Exchange 2013 server with Configure-Echange2013.ps1 Updated to V3.1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/08/12/configure-your-exchange-2013-server-with-configure-echange2013-ps1-updated-to-v3-0-2/) - Updated to V3.1 Change List: # V1.0 Begin# V1.1 Added Some New Options 12-10-2014# V1.2 Added Hyper-V Best Practise & NTFS Partition Offset# V1.3 Added KB2995145 .NET Framework 4.5 garbage collector heap Fix# V1.4 Added Set Minimum Disk Space Warning level (180GB Default CU6 200GB CU5)# V1.5 Added Some new features# V1.6 Changed the Layout
- [Microsoft Office Lens for IOS, Android & Windows Phone](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/08/11/microsoft-office-lens-for-ios-android-windows-phone/) - Office Lens trims, enhances and makes pictures of whiteboards and docs readable, and saves them to OneNote. You can use Office Lens to convert images to PDF, Word and PowerPoint files too. Office Lens is like having a scanner in your pocket. Like magic, it will digitalize notes on whiteboards or blackboards. Always find important
- [Administrative Templates (.admx) for Windows 10](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/08/10/administrative-templates-admx-for-windows-10/) - Microsoft has released the Windows 10 Group Policy (.ADMX) templates . These .ADMX templates are released as a separate download package so you can manage group policy for Windows 10 clients more easily. This new package includes additional (.ADMX) templates which are not included in the RTM version of Windows 10. DeliveryOptimization.admx fileservervssagent.admx gamedvr.admx grouppolicypreferences.admx
- [Windows ADK for Windows 10](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/08/04/windows-adk-for-windows-10/) - ownload the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK) for Windows 10 to get the new and improved deployment tools used to automate a large-scale deployment of Windows 10. The Windows ADK includes: Windows Imaging and Configuration Designer (Windows ICD) to customize Windows 10 images The Windows Assessment Toolkit and the Windows Performance Toolkit to assess
- [Exchange Server 2016 Preview](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/07/23/exchange-server-2016-preview/) - Exchange Server 2016 Preview is now available for download
- [Exchange 2013 OWA Error: StoragePermanentException](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/07/20/exchange-2013-owa-error-storagepermanentexception/) - Error: SDServerErr;Microsoft.Exchange.Data.Storage.StoragePermanentException Delete the meeting reminders by using the MFCMAPI editor These steps help you remove a meeting reminder that still appears even though the original meeting was removed. This typically occurs if the meeting reminder is corrupted. Note: Although the MFCMAPI editor is supported by Exchange Online, use caution when you make changes
- [Windows 10 build 10240 has released to the Fast Ring… Release To Manufacturing (RTM) build???](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/07/16/windows-10-build-10240-has-released-to-the-fast-ring-release-to-manufacturing-rtm-build/) - Windows 10 build 10240 has been released to the Fast Ring. That’s what I’m running on my laptop now. There were heavy rumors yesterday that this is the to Release To Manufacturing (RTM) build and is the one to be publically available on July 29th. But there is no hard confirmation on this by Microsoft
- [new CMDlet parameters missing in Exchange 2013 CU9 KB3075700](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/07/01/new-cmdlet-parameters-missing-in-exchange-2013-cu9/) - When you upgrade your Exchange 2013 server to CU9 some command are missing. These you need wen you want more control over Sent Items when using shared mailboxes. Whether a mailbox is used by multiple users as a communication tool, a shared mailbox remains an important business requirement. Early releases from Exchange 2013 there was
- [Update that enables Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows 8, and Windows Server 2012 Key Management Service (KMS) hosts to activate a later version of Windows.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/06/18/update-that-enables-windows-8-1-windows-server-2012-r2-windows-8-and-windows-server-2012-key-management-service-kms-hosts-to-activate-a-later-version-of-windows/) - Windows 10 will be available on July 29th 2015. Microsoft has prepared for this by already making an Update(KB3058168) that enables Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows 8, and Windows Server 2012 Key Management Service (KMS) hosts to activate a “later version of Windows”. This must means Windows 10. I do not know if
- [Cumulative Update 9 for Exchange Server 2013](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/06/16/cumulative-update-9-for-exchange-server-2013/) - Exchange Team released Cumulative Update 9 for Exchange Server 2013Fixes: KB 2983216 Category setting on an item in Outlook jumps the selection to the top of the list in an Exchange Server 2013 environment KB 2988660 Role assignment with custom write scope fails in an Exchange Server 2013 environment KB 3003978 Email messages are displayed
- [Rollup 10 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/06/16/rollup-10-for-exchange-server-2010-service-pack-3/) - Exchange Team released Rollup 10 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 3Fixes:KB 3069055 Various DAG maintenance scripts do not work in an Exchange Server 2010 environmentKB 3057422 "MapiExceptionNoAccess: Unable to query table rows" error and some mailboxes cannot be movedKB 3056750 Exchange ActiveSync application pool crashes in an Exchange Server 2010 environmentKB 3054644 "The item
- [Update Rollup 17 for Exchange Server 2007 Service Pack 3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/06/16/update-rollup-17-for-exchange-server-2007-service-pack-3/) - Microsoft released Rollup 17 for Exchange 2007 SP3Fixes: KB 3057222 "InvaIidOperationException" error and cannot open digitally signed or NDR messages in FIPS-enabled Exchange Server 2007Download
- [Outlook 2007 and Exchange 2013 not a real good combination](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/06/12/outlook-2007-and-exchange-2013-not-a-real-good-combination/) - Exchange 2013 and Outlook 2007 is a interrested thing Outlook 2007 SP3 is supported with with April 2014 Public Update KB 2863811See https://technet.microsoft.com/library/dn803988(v=office.14).aspx For you as a System or Exchange administrator or Consultant you might consider some things before migrating to Exchange 2013.You can't share your calendar in Outlook 2007 When you use Microsoft Office
- [MS15-064 & Exchange 2013](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/06/10/ms15-064-exchange-2013/) - Microsoft released a security update for Exchange 2013 to fix a new vulnerability. MS15-064 has a severity rating of 'Important'. Download the update for Exchange 2013 CU8 and Exchange 2013 SP1. More information:Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Exchange Server Could Allow Elevation of Privilege (3062157)
- [Free ebook “Introducing Windows 10 for IT Professionals, Preview Edition”](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/06/04/free-ebook-introducing-windows-10-for-it-professionals-preview-edition/) - Microsoft has released a free ebook of “Introducing Windows 10 for IT Professionals, Preview Edition”. You can download the ebook here. Special thanks to Mark Swinkels
- [How to add a driver to the DriverStore](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/05/21/how-to-add-a-driver-to-the-driverstore/) - All drivers are stored in the so called DriverStore, which is located under %SYSTEMDRIVE%\Windows\System32\DriverStore. With the built-in command line tool pnputil you can add or remove drivers. How does it work? Start an elevated command prompt (Start, type CMD, hit Ctrl+Shift+Enter) Adding a driver: Pnputil.exe -a c:\LOCATION_OF_DRIVER\DRIVER_NAME.infThe location can be either local or remote Pnputil.exe
- [Configure your Exchange 2013 server with Configure-Echange2013.ps1 Updated to V3.0](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/05/18/configure-your-exchange-2013-server-with-configure-echange2013-ps1-updated-to-v3-0/) - Updated to V3.0 Change List: # V1.0 Begin# V1.1 Added Some New Options 12-10-2014# V1.2 Added Hyper-V Best Practise & NTFS Partition Offset# V1.3 Added KB2995145 .NET Framework 4.5 garbage collector heap Fix# V1.4 Added Set Minimum Disk Space Warning level (180GB Default CU6 200GB CU5)# V1.5 Added Some new features# V1.6 Changed the Layout
- [Installing Skype for Business on Server 2012 R2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/05/12/installing-skype-for-business-on-server-2012-r2/) - Run this Script before you install Skype for Business Create a Topology Publish Topology Configure Certificate
- [Powershell Script to Install Requirements for Skype for Business Server 2015 on Server 2012 R2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/05/11/powershell-script-to-install-requirements-for-skype-for-business-server-2015-on-server-2012-r2/) - I Created a powershell script to install Requirements for Skype for Business Server 2015 on Server 2012 R2 You can download the Script from Technet Script Libary https://gallery.technet.microsoft.com/scriptcenter/Install-Requirements-for-aabf7358
- [How to setup a remote PowerShell-session with Exchange 2013](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/05/08/how-to-setup-a-remote-powershell-session-with-exchange-2013/) - Now I want to manage my Exchange 2013 environment from the Windows 8 workstation, no Exchange tools are installed on the Windows 8 laptop. In a few simple steps you can open a remote PowerShell session to one of the Exchange Servers. Logon to the Windows 8 machine and start the ‘Windows PowerShell ISE
- [Skype for Business 2015 Server DVD is here!!! Awesome!!](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/05/02/skype-for-business-2015-server-dvd-is-here-awesome/) - Awesome!!Now finding some time
- [Exchange 2013 Performance Health Checker Script](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/04/30/exchange-2013-performance-health-checker-script/) - Awesome Script This script checks various configuration items on the server to make sure they match the recommendations published in the "Exchange 2013 Sizing and Configuration Recommendations" guidance on TechNet. It also reports on OS, system, and hardware information. It can be ran remotely, against a single server or a group of servers. It takes
- [Public Folder Migratie to Office365](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/04/26/public-folder-migratie-to-office365/) - Move Public Folder script from 2007/2010 to Office 365 Script created by Ward Visserswww.wardvissers.nl THIS CODE IS MADE AVAILABLE AS IS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. THE ENTIRE RISKOF THE USE OR THE RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THIS CODE REMAINS WITH THE USER Please Select the Choice You Want Prepare for Migration (Legacy
- [Virtualizing Internet Explorer 11 with ThinApp 5.1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/04/22/virtualizing-internet-explorer-11-with-thinapp-5-1/) - With ThinApp 5.1 support for virtualizing Internet Explorer 11 was introduced. 1. Start your Windows 7 capture’n’build machine (Windows 7 SP1 with non Windows Updates)2. Install Prerequisite updates for Internet Explorer 113. Download Download Internet Explorer 11 32-bit Installer English or Download Internet Explorer 11 64-bit Installer English4. Start ThinApp Setup Capture5. Do a prescan6.
- [Outlook slow after migrating to Exchange 2013](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/03/25/outlook-slow-after-migrating-to-exchange-2013/) - Outlook can be slow in Online modus sometimes when you move mailboxes to Exchange 2013. I seems that Windows 7 with Outlook 2007/2010 & 2013 sometimes have some issues. Before applying this TCP Ack solution, the below conditions must be met: - OWA connection and mail browsing is very fine, whereas an Outlook online mode
- [Exchange 2013 Setup Error: A Receive connector must have a unique combination of a local IP address & port bindings and remote IP address ranges](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/04/20/exchange-2013-setup-error-a-receive-connector-must-have-a-unique-combination-of-a-local-ip-address-port-bindings-and-remote-ip-address-ranges/) - You may get an error while Exchange setup checks Receive Connectors for local IP address/port bindings and remote IP address ranges for the server where you are installing Cumulative Update. This error would come up at “Mailbox Role: Transport Service” step of setup/update process. Here is the detailed error message. Error: Error:The following error was
- [Configure your Exchange 2013 server with Configure-Echange2013.ps1 Updated to V2.7](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/03/29/configure-your-exchange-2013-server-with-configure-echange2013-ps1-updated-to-v2-7/) - Updated to V2.7 Change List:# V1.0 Begin# V1.1 Added Some New Options 12-10-2014# V1.2 Added Hyper-V Best Practise & NTFS Partition Offset# V1.3 Added KB2995145 .NET Framework 4.5 garbage collector heap Fix# V1.4 Added Set Minimum Disk Space Warning level (180GB Default CU6 200GB CU5)# V1.5 Added Some new features# V1.6 Changed the Layout &
- [Deploy Windows 10 with MDT 2013 Update 1 “Preview”](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/03/19/deploy-windows-10-with-mdt-2013-update-1-preview/) - Deploying Windows 10 with MDT 2013 Update 1 Preview Next you need the MDT 2013 Update 1 Preview. To get the preview, you need to first join the MDT Group on Microsoft Connect, if you're not a member already. Then, prior to downloading the actual preview bits, you'll need to grab the Windows ADK for
- [Cumulative Update 8 for Exchange Server 2013](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/03/17/cumulative-update-8-for-exchange-server-2013/) - The Exchange team is announcing today the availability of Cumulative Update 8 for Exchange Server 2013. The Cumulative Update Package and UM Language Packsare now available on the Microsoft Download Center. Cumulative Update 8 represents the continuation of our Exchange Server 2013 servicing and builds upon Exchange Server 2013 Cumulative Update 7. The release includes
- [Rollup 9 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/03/17/rollup-9-for-exchange-server-2010-service-pack-3/) - This update resolves the issues that are described in the following Microsoft Knowledge Base (KB) articles: KB 3032153 Recurring events in Calendar over DST are not adjusted on all ActiveSync devices in all Exchange Server environments KB 3029667 SMTP is not transported over TLS 1.1 or TLS 1.2 protocol in an Exchange Server 2010 environment
- [Exchange 2013 Managed Availabilty and why do I need 200GB free space](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/12/16/exchange-2013-managed-availabilty-and-why-do-i-need-200gb-free-space/) - I like the Managed Availability and the "self healing" aspect of Exchange 2013. But about SpaceMonitorLowSpaceThresholdInMB is nothing about to read. If you check your serverhealt with:get-serverhealth -identity servername -HealthSet Diskspace | ? AlertValue -ne unHealthy | ft -autosize You can get lots of Databases which are in an unhealthy state because the LowLogVolumeSpaceMonitor is
- [Exchange Server 2010 SP3 RU9 and Exchange Server 2013 CU8 are coming](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/03/11/exchange-server-2010-sp3-ru9-and-exchange-server-2013-cu8-are-coming/) - Exchange Team had an oops moment today This KB was publish today hihi but now offline Android devices can't set up an Exchange account after you install Exchange Server 2010 SP3 RU9 or Exchange Server 2013 CU8 Just waiting!!!
- [iOS 8.2 fixes Exchange related issues](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/03/11/ios-8-2-fixes-exchange-related-issues/) - Apple released iOS 8.2 update for iOS 8 with fixes, amongst other things, some Exchange-related issues. The release notes notes these Exchange-related fixes: - Fixes stability of Mail - Addresses an issue that caused certain events in a custom reoccurring meeting to drop from Exchange calendar - Fixes an certificate error that prevented configuring an
- [Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2013 Update 1 Preview Now Available](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/03/03/microsoft-deployment-toolkit-2013-update-1-preview-now-available/) - The Enterprise Client Management team is happy to announce the availability of the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) 2013 Update 1 Preview! What's new with MDT 2013 Update 1 Preview: Support for the Windows 10 Technical Preview (LTI only) and the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK) for Windows 10 Technical Preview Split WIM support for
- [Kemp LoadMaster for Free Awesome!! A Free Load Balancer for Any Workload](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/03/03/kemp-loadmaster-for-free-awesome-a-free-load-balancer-for-any-workload/) - KEMP gives away the LoadMaster for free. Now the virtual appliance is available in a free edition too. Available for all supported hypervisors (VMware, Hyper-V, enz). The free VLM has some limitations, for instance the HA setup with an active and hot stand-by unit is not supported. Another important limitation is that the free LoadMaster
- [Exchange Sizing Calculator & Backup Configuration](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/02/18/exchange-sizing-calculator-backup-configuration/) - I see a lot problems with to small log disks. Sizing Exchange is a very imported thing!! Today there a lot of problems with Thiry-Party Devices. They can create a lot of log files if you run a oudated Exchange Server. Transaction logs are truncated when backup software successfully backs up an Exchange server. The
- [Configure your Exchange 2013 server with Configure-Echange2013.ps1 Updated to V2.5](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/02/18/configure-your-exchange-2013-server-with-configure-echange2013-ps1-updated-to-v2-5/) - I love Powershell <3. Configure & maintaining your Exchange 2013 can be a hell… I do the most things with powershell… I have a lot of standard scripts to configure an Exchange 2013 server or DAG cluster. So i created a freaky nice script i my say so!! : Updated to V2.5Change List:# V1.0 Begin#
- [Microsoft Ignite first things about Exchange Server v.Next & Skype for Business](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/01/30/microsoft-ignite-first-things-about-exchange-server-v-next-skype-for-business/) - Microsoft Ignite will be hell add may 4-8. The session catalog contains 275 sessions, covering products like Exchange (49), Office 365 (85) and Skype for Business (26). It will be the first major Microsoft event where details will emerge on the next version of Exchange, Exchange v.Next. The next version of Exchange Server is arriving
- [Moved al mailboxen to Office 365 & Still using dirsync! Can you remove the last Exchange 2010/2013 Server. Yes It Can! Just don’t do it!! You will have a support issue when you have problems!!](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/01/28/moved-al-mailboxen-to-office-365-still-using-dirsync-can-you-remove-the-last-exchange-20102013-server-yes-it-can-just-dont-do-it-you-will-have-a-support-issue-when-you-have-problems/) - After a customer migrated to Exchange Online some time ago.They wanted not a hybrid situation. but they are using still DirSync!After reading: Decommissioning your Exchange 2010 servers in a Hybrid Deployment a I read its not a real problem.Changed DirSync & After that Uninstalling Exchange 2013 was very easy. I had only to disable the
- [How to speed up PXE boot in WDS (MDT)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/01/26/how-to-speed-up-pxe-boot-in-wds-mdt/) - During a PXE boot, when the boot image file is being loaded in the client, it should not take any longer than a few minutes time depending on the size of the boot.wim and your network. If it seems that your PXE boot times are extremely slow, you may be able to speed up
- [MDT Create your own Default Task Sequence](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/01/20/mdt-create-your-own-default-task-sequence/) - MDT is a greate tool, You can create your own Default Task Sequence for Clients Servers!! Normal i need to customize every Task Sequence that i create and that is so boring!! I Create in this example a task sequence (ID & NAME) Server and Changed some things things like Windows Update. So now go
- [Bulk import applicaties in MDT](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/01/19/bulk-import-applicaties-in-mdt/) - Mikael Nystrom created i freaking nice script. Often I need to import applications into the Deployment workbench and that is fine. The process is easy and fast, but it is boring and if you have more then 5 apps it is really boring. Based on the fact that almost all my apps in MDT is
- [Part 1: Running XPEnology under Hyper-V](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/01/18/part-1-running-xpenology-under-hyper-v/) - Some times you find a cool feature on the internet. XPEnology is an operating system based on Synology DiskStation Manager (DSM). This is possible because Synology DSM has developed under the GPL license . As a result, it is free to use and adapt by third parties. The advantage of XPEnology is that it is
- [Public Folder Move Script to Exchange 2013](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/01/14/public-folder-move-script-to-exchange-2013/) - Move Public Folder script from 2007/2010 to Exchange 2013 Script created by Ward Vissers www.wardvissers.nl THIS CODE IS MADE AVAILABLE AS IS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. THE ENTIRE RISKOF THE USE OR THE RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THIS CODE REMAINS WITH THE USER Please Select the Choice You Want Prepare for Migration (Legacy
- [Exchange & Patching!!!](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/01/09/exchange-patching/) - Microsoft recommends adopting a software update strategy that ensures all software follows N to N-1 policy, where N is a service pack, update rollup, cumulative update, maintenance release, or whatever terminology is used by the software vendor. Microsoft strongly recommend that our customers also adopt a similar strategy with respect to hardware firmware and drivers
- [Hyper-V Reporting Script](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/01/09/hyper-v-reporting-script/) - Serhat AKINCI, a Hyper-V MVP, has just posted this very useful script: https://gallery.technet.microsoft.com/Hyper-V-Reporting-Script-4adaf5d0 In his own words: It can be difficult to monitor and assess resources in large Hyper-V environments. This PowerShell based script helps you to understand virtualization inventory, capacity and general resource availability in your Standalone or Clustered Hyper-V Environment. Highlights More than
- [Moving to Office 365/Exchange Online? A good idea?](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2015/01/02/moving-to-office-365exchange-online-a-good-idea/) - Reducing IT costs: Especially in challenging economic times, organizations need to cut costs wherever possible—but without reducing capabilities. Increasing predictability of IT costs: Replacing or upgrading on-premises IT systems can require significant one-time capital expenditures. Increasing user productivity: Users face growing volumes of email, and need tools to help them manage it more efficiently.Enhancing collaboration:
- [Configure your Exchange 2013 server with Configure-Echange2013.ps1 Updated to V2.2 Added Check Transaction Log Growth](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/12/22/configure-your-exchange-2013-server-with-configure-echange2013-ps1/) - I love Powershell <3.Configure & maintaining your Exchange 2013 can be a hell… I do the most things with powershell… I have a lot of standard scripts to configure an Exchange 2013 server or DAG cluster. So i created a freaky nice script i my say so!! : Updated to V2.2 Added Check Transaction Log
- [Exchange Administrator's toolkit](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/12/15/exchange-administrators-toolkit/) - There are lots of tools for Exchange Server available, you can find most of them at the Exchange Server Wiki (some of the tools listed are for previous versions of Exchange). Here is a short selection from the vast collection available: Office 365 Best Practices Analyzer for Exchange Server 2013: it’s back after a short
- [Hotfix KB2899591 for Outlook 2010 add support for MAPI/HTTP](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/12/12/hotfix-kb2899591-for-outlook-2010-add-support-for-mapihttp/) - Microsoft released a hotfix KB2899591 for Outlook 2010. This hotfix adds MAPI/http support for Outlook 2010 clients. So now can switch if you are using Exchange 2013 SP1 or later from RPC/http to MAPI/http. See KB2899591 for the additional fixes that are included in hotfix as well. You can request the hotfix for x86 and
- [Rollup 8 v2 for Exchange Server 2010 SP3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/12/09/rollup-8-for-exchange-server-2010-sp3/) - Exchange Team released Rollup 8 for Exchange Server 2010 SP3 Update Rollup 8 for Exchange Server 2010 SP3 resolves security issues that are described in December 2014 security update for Exchange Server 2007 and Exchange Server 2010.Additionally, this update resolves the issues that are described in the following Microsoft Knowledge Base (KB) articles: 3004235 Exchange
- [Updated: Update Rollup 8 v2 For Exchange 2010 SP3 (KB2986475) Released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/12/10/exchange-server-2010-sp3-update-rollup-8-recalled/) - An issue has been identified in the Exchange Server 2010 SP3 Update Rollup 8. The update has been recalled and is no longer available on the download center pending a new RU8 release. Customers should not proceed with deployments of this update until the new RU8 version is made available. Customers who have already started
- [Security update available for Exchange 2007, 2010 and 2013](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/12/10/security-update-available-for-exchange-2007-2010-and-2013/) - Microsoft has released a fix for Outlook Web App in all supported versions of Exchange. In all cases, it comes to security issues that have been designated as Important. Four security updates are also those offered by Microsoft Update, but here are the manually download links: Rollup 15 for Exchange Server 2007 Service Pack 3Rollup
- [Cumulative Update 7 for Exchange Server 2013](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/12/09/cumulative-update-7-for-exchange-server-2013/) - Today, Cumulative Update 7 for Exchange Server 2013 was released by the Exchange Team (KB2986485). This update raises Exchange 2013 version number to 15.0.1044.22. Note: Customers that run backups of their Exchange databases are advised to upgrade to CU7 and perform a post-upgrade full backup. This is due to a race condition which could prevent
- [Rollup 15 for Exchange Server 2007 SP3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/12/09/rollup-15-for-exchange-server-2007-sp3/) - Exchange Team released Update Rollup 15 for Exchange Server 2007 SP3 Update Rollup 15 for Exchange Server 2007 SP3 resolves security issues that are described in December 2014 security update for Exchange Server 2007 and Exchange Server 2010.Additionally, this update resolves the issues that are described in the following Microsoft Knowledge Base (KB) articles: 3004235
- [Block iOS devices with Block-IOS-Devices.ps1 Script](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/12/09/block-ios-devices-with-block-ios-devices-ps1-script/) - Microsoft keeps a list of problems: Current issues with Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync and third-party devices After some problems at a customer i looked deeper at these problems.Most problems come’s with iOS devices (iPhone and iPad) Sow I made a list of al iOS versions (6,7 and 8) and there problems. To keep this simple i
- [Rapid growth in transaction logs, CPU use, and memory consumption in Exchange Server 2010, Exchange 2013 and Office 365 when a user syncs a mailbox by using an iOS 6.1-based or iOS 6.1.1-based device](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/12/03/rapid-growth-in-transaction-logs-cpu-use-and-memory-consumption-in-exchange-server-2010-exchange-2013-and-office-365-when-a-user-syncs-a-mailbox-by-using-an-ios-6-1-based-or-ios-6-1-1-based-device/) - Yesterday i was at customer who had problem dat transaction logs Rapid growl.It was on a Exchange 2013 Server with CU5. For Exchange 2010 there was released a KB http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2814847 This is still a issue for Exchange 2010, Exchange 2013 and Office 365.Microsoft has al ready blocked IOS 6.1 – 6.1.1 devices at Office 365.
- [Fixing User Home Folder rights with Powershell](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/11/23/fixing-user-home-folder-rights-with-powershell/) - When i visit a lot of company’s i see many times that the home folder directory have not the right rights. To fix this that’s al lot of work. Sow it time to write about it. I wrote a nice powershell script to fix it and save me and you a lot of time. Three
- [Tune and optimize performance of your Office 365 connection](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/10/31/tune-and-optimize-performance-of-your-office-365-connection/) - Microsoft has published a new course on Office 365 Performance Management at the Microsoft Virtual Academy, which contains 11 modules across planning and troubleshooting areas including: Office 365 Performance Management Course Introduction Office 365 Datacenters and Network Planning for Office 365 Internet Capacity – Exchange Online Planning for Office 365 Internet Capacity – Lync Online
- [MDT v.Next Coming….](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/10/30/mdt-v-next-coming/) - New core tools Windows 10 ADK supports Windows 7, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 deployments. Windows Image Configuration Designer (WICD), pronounced Wicked ? :) Is supposed to be able to build a customized mobile or desktop image, and also create provisioning packages that allow you to customize a Windows device, without re-imaging. Microsoft Deployment Toolkit
- [Clean Up your template before Sysprep and Capture a reference image in MDT](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/10/30/clean-up-your-template-before-sysprep-and-capture-a-reference-image-in-mdt/) - When you create a reference Image it will in most cases it will be updated with patches. That will make the image bigger and bigger and there fore the deployment of that image will take longer and consume more network resources & unneeded disk space. That can be corrected by getting rid of superseded patches,
- [Deploy Windows 10 and Windows Server vNext Technical Preview Using MDT 2013](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/10/15/deploy-windows-10-and-windows-server-vnext-technical-preview-using-mdt-2013/) - 1. Mount boot.wim fileDism /Mount-Image /ImageFile:"D:\DeploymentShare\Operating Systems\Windows Server Technical Preview\sources\boot.wim" /index:1 /MountDir:D:\offline 2. Copy the dism.exe and DISM folder from the Windows 10 Technical Preview boot.wim file to your deployment share, in my case D:\DeploymentShare\Tools\x64. The dism.exe file and DISM folder are found in the X:\Windows\System32 on your boot image (once booted), or D:\Offline\Windows\System32 if
- [Installing Windows 10 & Server vNext Technical Preview via PXE on Gen 2 VM](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/10/15/installing-windows-10-server-vnext-technical-preview-via-pxe-on-gen-2-vm/) - If you try to PXE boot a Windows 10 or Server vNext Technical Preview VM running on Hyper-V in Windows Server 2012 R2, you are greeted by a nice error message: Boot Failed. EFI Network. Failed Secure Boot Verification. The simple fix Until there is an update available turn off secure boot for the Gen
- [Microsoft Virtual Machine Converter 3.0 Released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/10/14/microsoft-virtual-machine-converter-3-0-released/) - New Features in Microsoft Virtual Machine Converter 3.0The 3.0 release of MVMC adds the ability to convert a physical computer running Windows Server 2008 or above server operating systems or Windows Vista or above client operating systems to a virtual machine running on Hyper-V host. Standard stuff is: Converts virtual disks that are attached to
- [Virtualization 2.0 For Dummies](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/10/03/virtualization-2-0-for-dummies/) - Virtualizing your servers was the first step to achieving cost savings, high availability, and greater IT efficiency. But as your business is evolving and growing, your virtualized infrastructure needs to do the same - leading to the next-generation data center running on Virtualization 2.0.In Virtualization 2.0 For Dummies®, we will explore: How Virtualization 2.0 can
- [Ninite Handy Tool](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/10/02/ninite-handy-tool/) - Ninite: Install and Update All Your Programs at Once
- [Certain pages or windows don't appear in Outlook Web App or in the Exchange admin center when using Google Chrome](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/09/21/certain-pages-or-windows-dont-appear-in-outlook-web-app-or-in-the-exchange-admin-center-when-using-google-chrome/) - When you use Google Chrome to access Outlook Web App or the Exchange admin center, you're unable to perform certain actions because certain pages or windows don't appear expected.For example, you're an admin and you want to change a custom attribute for a mailbox. You open the properties of the user, and then under Custom
- [Microsoft Exchange 2013 Public Folder Directory Sync Support Scripts](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/09/21/microsoft-exchange-2013-public-folder-directory-sync-support-scripts/) - Microsoft has recently updated the Microsoft Exchange 2013 Public Folders Directory Sync Support Scripts to version 15.00.1017.003. Brief DescriptionScripts to enable creation of public folder related objects in the O365 Active Directory and synchronization of public folder related Active Directory objects between on-premise and O365 directories. OverviewUse this scripts if you need to do one
- [Posterpedia is now a Universal App!](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/09/18/posterpedia-is-now-a-universal-app/) - PosterPedia is a very handy application that allows you to access electronic versions of our detailed Windows Server Architectural posters. Well, the authors have released an updated version of it which is a Universal App. This means you can have it on your phone and your desktop! Other updates include: Featured posters Find out the
- [Hyper-V Configuration Toolkit](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/09/15/hyper-v-configuration-toolkit/) - Mark Scholman has been working on a new script project to configure Hyper-V hosts. This tool allows you to configure hyper-v hosts. It is using the converged network setup as described in this blog post. What it does is the following: Rename Adapters Create Teams Create Tnics Set Network Config (MGT,LM,CSV) Join Server to the
- [Issues with Exchange 2013 CU6](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/09/09/issues-with-exchange-2013-cu6/) - On August 26 Microsoft released Exchange 2013 CU6, the sixth Cumulative Update since the new servicing model of Exchange. Unfortunately this Update in is facing issues. Some customers found two issues with Exchange 2013 CU6: Exchange Server 2013 databases unexpectedly fail over in a co-existence environment with Exchange Server 2007 – http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2997209 Exchange Online mailboxes
- [Performance issues or delays when you connect to Exchange Server 2013 that is running in Windows Server](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/09/08/performance-issues-or-delays-when-you-connect-to-exchange-server-2013-that-is-running-in-windows-server/) - Microsoft released a new KB article about a performance issue with Exchange 2013 When you connect to a Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 server that is installed in Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2008 R2, or Windows Server 2008 in which Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 is included, you may experience delays to
- [Exchange 2013 Cumulative Update 6](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/08/27/exchange-2013-cumulative-update-6/) - The Exchange Team released Cumulative Update 6 for Exchange Server 2013 (KB2936880). This update raises Exchange 2013 build number to 15.0.995.29. This Cumulative Update increases the Public Folder for Exchange On-Premises to 100,000. It also fixes the ‘Hybrid Configuration Wizard ‘Subtask Checkprereqs Execution Failed’ issue (2988229). This Cumulative Update contains the following fixes: 2991934 Duplicate
- [Exchange 2010 SP3 Rollup 7](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/08/27/exchange-2010-sp3-rollup-7/) - The Exchange Team released Rollup 7 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 3 (KB2961522). This update raises Exchange 2010 version number to 14.3.210.2. Fixes: 2983261 “HTTP 400 – Bad Request” error when you open a shared mailbox in Outlook Web App in an Exchange Server 2010 environment 2982873 Outlook Web App logon times out in
- [Backup your Laptop using OneDrive](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/08/10/backup-your-laptop-using-onedrive/) - For my work i travel a lot with my laptop.I do regular backups on intervals on my external drive’s. I hate continu thinking of making backups.But i wanted a more regular backup. Everywhere where i come there is a internet connection. So why not backup in de cloud? I looked at different online storage solutions.OneDrive
- [Important update available for Exchange Server 2013 hybrid deployments](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/07/31/important-update-available-for-exchange-server-2013-hybrid-deployments/) - An important update is now available to resolve issues customers are currently experiencing when using the Hybrid Configuration Wizard (HCW) to create a new or manage an existing hybrid deployment with Microsoft Exchange Server 2013. If you currently have an Exchange 2013-based hybrid deployment configured, you will not notice any issues unless you rerun the
- [MDT 2013 Displaying the task sequence name](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/07/14/mdt-2013-displaying-the-task-sequence-name/) - On september 2012 i wrote a article about mdt displaying the task sequence name.I MDT 2012 Update 1 you had to change LiteTouch.wsf to fix this. In MDT 2013 this much easier to do: Edit customsettings.iniAdd _SMSTSPackageName=%TaskSequenceName%Thats it!!
- [Fixed a Bug in MDT 2013 automatically move computers to the right OU.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/07/07/fixed-a-bug-in-mdt-2013-automatically-move-computers-to-the-right-ou/) - On December 2010 i wrote an article: automatically move computers to the right OU.In MDT 2012 update 1 this was an issue: MDT 2012 settings per task sequence In MDT 2013 this is still a issue: How to fix:I changed DeployWiz_SelectTS.vbs file and it work again 1. Edit DeployWiz_SelectTS.vbs 2. Add after "Dim sTemplate" Dim
- [Rollup 5 for Microsoft Forefront Threat Management Gateway (TMG) 2010 Service Pack 2 (SP2).](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/07/07/rollup-5-for-microsoft-forefront-threat-management-gateway-tmg-2010-service-pack-2-sp2/) - Microsoft released Rollup 5 for Microsoft Forefront Threat Management Gateway (TMG) 2010 Service Pack 2 (SP2). Issues that are fixed in this rollup package: 2963805 FIX: Account lockout alerts are not logged after you install Rollup 4 for TMG 2010 SP22963811 FIX: The TMG Firewall service (wspsrv.exe) may crash when the DiffServ filter is enabled2963823
- [Manage Exchange 2010 Database Log Growth by Using the Troubleshoot-DatabaseSpace.ps1 Script in the Shell](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/07/01/manage-exchange-2010-database-log-growth-by-using-the-troubleshoot-databasespace-ps1-script-in-the-shell/) - The Troubleshoot-DatabaseSpace.ps1 script is used by Microsoft System Center Operations Manager 2007 to detect and correct any excess log growth or Microsoft Exchange database (.edb) file growth that, if unchecked, may cause database downtime. By default, System Center Operations Manager 2007 runs the script every 15 minutes. However, you can use Task Scheduler to configure
- [Exchange Tools](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/06/27/exchange-tools-2/) - Here I'll share some free tools that can help simplify Microsoft Exchange deployment, troubleshooting, and administration. Some of the tools are simple—but still convenient—whereas others provide some powerful functionality. There are some tools you can use during deployment to ease the process and reduce issues in the future, tools you can use for troubleshooting to
- [For the home lab: free toolkit from Veeam, Starwind and 5nine!](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/06/27/for-the-home-lab-free-toolkit-from-veeam-starwind-and-5nine/) - This is a little cool gem I discovered today: a free toolkit made available by Veeam, Starwind and 5nine software. This toolkit enables anyone to get started with virtualization, completely free. And even better, it’s very well known and high-quality stuff, too. The most affordable toolkit to meet your goals! There is no better way
- [Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 Help Files](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/06/13/microsoft-exchange-server-2013-help-files/) - Microsoft has released “May 2014″ version of Exchange 2013 Help Files for On-premises and Hybrid Deployments. These help files include information up to date until Cumulative Update 5 . These are offline copy of Exchange 2013 TechNet content and very useful when you want to refer something in your lab environment and don’t have internet
- [Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 Curahs](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/06/06/microsoft-exchange-server-2013-curahs/) - Check out these Curah's for Microsoft Exchange Server 2013: High Availability and Site Resilience http://curah.microsoft.com/55931/high-availability-and-site-resilience-in-exchange-server-2013 Managed Availability http://curah.microsoft.com/69804/exchange-server-2013-managed-availability Public Folders http://curah.microsoft.com/70001/exchange-server-2013-public-folders Exchange Books http://curah.microsoft.com/70244/exchange-2013-books Exchange Planning Tools http://curah.microsoft.com/70243/exchange-planning-tools Exchange Tools http://curah.microsoft.com/70242/exchange-tools Exchange MVP’s and there Blogs http://curah.microsoft.com/70322/exchange-mvps-and-their-blogs http://curah.microsoft.com
- [Exchange 2013 Enable MAPI over HTTP BUG/ERROR on Server 2012 non R2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/06/02/exchange-2013-enable-mapi-over-http/) - With the release of SP1 for Exchange 2013 there is a new feature introduced MAPI over HTTPDoing some testing in my Demolab. I have 2 Exchange 2013 servers with CU5 installed on Server 2012 (No R2)Set-MapiVirtualDirectory -Identity "\mapi (Default Web Site)" -InternalUrl https:///mapi -IISAuthenticationMethods Negotiate Set-OrganizationConfig -MapiHttpEnabled $true Test-OutlookConnectivity –RunFromServerId -ProbeIdentity OutlookMapiHttpSelfTestProbe I get
- [Guided walkthroughs for Exchange and Office 365 & Lync](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/05/30/guided-walkthroughs-for-exchange-and-office-365-lync/) - Here are some of the helpful guided walkthroughs for Microsoft Exchange Server, Office 365 and for Lync Server,Exchange Server Outlook Connectivity Guided Walkthrough - Troubleshooterhttp://aka.ms/outlookgwtTroubleshoot ActiveSync with Exchange Serverhttp://aka.ms/easgwtExchange Server 2010 Datacenter Switchoverhttp://aka.ms/2010DatacenterSwitchovergwtTroubleshoot Public Folder Replication for Exchange Server 2003http://aka.ms/2003pfgwt Exchange Online / Office 365 Mail Flow Guided Walkthrough for Office 365 - Troubleshooterhttp://aka.ms/FixEmailOffice
- [Exchange Shared Cache Service restarts frequently in Exchange Server 2013 Cumulative Update 5](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/05/28/exchange-shared-cache-service-restarts-frequently-in-exchange-server-2013-cumulative-update-5/) - After you install Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 Cumulative Update 5, your monitoring solution indicates that the Microsoft Exchange Shared Cache Service restarts frequently.This problem occurs because the managed availability probes that monitor this service have a time-out value that is too sensitive for standard operation. This causes the managed availability process to restart the service.As
- [Exchange Server 2013 Cumulative Update 5](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/05/28/exchange-server-2013-cumulative-update-5/) - The Exchange team is announcing today the availability of our most recent quarterly servicing update to Exchange Server 2013. Cumulative Update 5 for Exchange Server 2013 and updated UM Language Packs are now available on the Microsoft Download Center. Cumulative Update 5 represents the continuation of our Exchange Server 2013 servicing and builds upon Exchange
- [Update Rollup 6 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/05/28/update-rollup-6-for-exchange-server-2010-service-pack-3/) - The Exchange team is announcing today the availability of Update Rollup 6 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 3 Update Rollup 6 for Exchange Server 2010 SP3 resolves the issues that are described in the following Microsoft Knowledge Base (KB) articles: 2960652 Organizer name and meeting status field can be changed by EAS clients in
- [Exchange Powershell Scripts that Every Exchange Admin need to have](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/05/27/exchange-powershell-scripts-that-every-exchange-admin-need-to-have/) - The Following Powershell scripts that every Exchange Admin must have Test-ExchangeServerHealthGet-DagHealthPelNet.ps1ADinfo.ps1Get-VirDirInfo.ps1CertificateReport.ps1Get-EASdevicereport.ps1Get-MailboxReport.ps1Get-DailyBackupAlerts.ps1Install-Exchange2013.ps1
- [Exchange 2013 RMS Shared Identity user FederatedEmail.4c1f4d8b-8179-4148-93bf-00a95fa1e042 not found](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/05/23/exchange-2013-rms-shared-identity-user-federatedemail-4c1f4d8b-8179-4148-93bf-00a95fa1e042-not-found/) - Today I was re-installing Exchange 2013 into an Active Directory forest The schema was already extended with the Exchange 2013 schema extensions. When installing Exchange 2013, installation of the Mailbox Transport role failed with the following error: Error:The following error was generated when "$error.Clear();if ( ($server -eq $null) -and ($RoleIsDatacenter -ne $true) ){Update-RmsSharedIdentity -ServerName $RoleNetBIOSName}"
- [Exchange 2013 Platform Options](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/05/14/exchange-2013-platform-options/) - For BDMs and architects, this model describes the available platform options for Exchange 2013. Customers can choose from Exchange Online with Office 365, Hybrid Exchange, Exchange Server on-premises and Hosted Exchange. The poster includes details of each architectural option, including the most ideal scenarios for each, the license requirements and IT Pro responsibilities.
- [MDT Enable TPM tools from Dell, HP, and Lenovo](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/05/12/mdt-enable-tpm-tools-from-dell-hp-and-lenovo/) - If you want to automate enabling the TPM chip as part of the deployment process, you need to download the vendor tools and add them to your task sequences, either directly or in a script wrapper. Add tools from Dell The Dell tools are available via the Dell Client Configuration Toolkit (CCTK). The executable file
- [Windows 2012 (R2) Maintenance](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/04/01/windows-2012-r2-maintenance/) - Windows 2012 (R2) have both a automatic Maintaince Schedule.This can impact the performance on your server.. Task Scheduler:
- [MEC 2014 Recordings are here!](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/04/25/mec-2014-recordings-are-here/) - A few weeks ago was MEC 2014 in Austin, TX with the farewell Austin post. Today we are happy to announce that the MEC 2014 keynote and breakout sessions are published on Channel 9. This includes the latest content on Exchange foundational topics and the latest features including groups, and many more. The conference provides
- [Important Hotfixes when running Exchange 2013 on Server 2008 R2 and Server 2012](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/05/05/important-hotfixes-when-running-exchange-2013-on-server-2008-r2-and-server-2012/) - Additional pre-reqs needed above and beyond Exchange requirements.NET Framework 4.5.1 deployed on all Exchange servers with CAS roleIf .NET Framework 4.5.1 cannot be installed, a hotfix for .NET Framework 4.5 is required KB2745583 – Windows Server 2012 DownloadKB2745582 – Windows Server 2008 R2 Download Decreases CPU spent in .NET garbage collectorBenefits Mailbox & multi-roleEnable by
- [Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 Service Pack 1 Architecture Poster](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/05/02/microsoft-exchange-server-2013-service-pack-1-architecture-poster/) - Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 Service Pack 1 Architecture Poster
- [Script Browser for Windows PowerShell ISE](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/05/02/script-browser-for-windows-powershell-ise/) - Script Browser for Windows PowerShell ISE enables you to search for over 9000 script samples in the TechNet Script Center from within the scripting environment. Download
- [Download All Videos and Slides from MEC 2014](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/04/30/download-all-videos-and-slides-from-mec-2014/) - Microsoft has published all sessions from Microsoft Exchange Conference 2014, which was held in March, Austin, TX. The sessions are available on Channel9.This script will download all videos from Channel9 in mp4 high quality and slides (pptx) for all sessions, where available.Ins All content are saved to C:\MEC2014. Download DownloadMEC14Videoandslides.ps1
- [KEMP Releases patch for Heartbleed Vulnerability](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/04/10/kemp-releases-patch-for-heartbleed-vulnerability/) - KEMP Releases patch for Heartbleed Vulnerability - CVE-2014-0160Versions affected - v7.0-12a, v7.0-14aPlatforms affected - All LoadMastersTo confirm vulnerability you can visit - http://possible.lv/tools/hb/Patches available at the locations below based on LoadMaster model. To patch to this version you must be running version 6.0-42 or later. If your firmware does not meet these requirements please contact
- [Windows 8.1 Update (KB 2919355) prevents interaction with WSUS 3.2 over SSL](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/04/09/windows-8-1-update-kb-2919355-prevents-interaction-with-wsus-3-2-over-ssl/) - There is a known issue which causes some PCs updated with the Windows 8.1 Update (KB 2919355) to stop scanning against Windows Server Update Services 3.0 Service Pack 2 (WSUS 3.0 SP2 or WSUS 3.2) servers which are configured to use SSL and have not enabled TLS 1.2. Issue Description The problem is specific to
- [Server 2012 R2 Update & Windows 8.1 Update (KB2919355) direct download links](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/04/09/server-2012-r2-update-windows-8-1-update-kb2919355-direct-download-links/) - Server 2012 R2 Update & Windows 8.1 Update is a cumulative set of security updates, critical updates and updates. Windows 8.1 Update for x86 (KB2919355) Windows 8.1 Update for x64 (KB2919355) Windows Server 2012 R2 Update (KB2919355)
- [Microsoft Virtual Machine Converter 2.0](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/04/09/microsoft-virtual-machine-converter-2-0/) - Microsoft® Virtual Machine Converter (MVMC) is a Microsoft-supported, stand-alone solution for the information technology (IT) pro or solution provider who wants to convert virtual machines and disks from VMware hosts to Hyper-V® hosts and Windows Azure™. MVMC can be deployed with minimal dependencies. Because MVMC provides native support for Windows PowerShell®, it enables scripting and
- [Exchange Server Active Directory Supportability Matrix](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/04/09/exchange-server-active-directory-supportability-matrix/) - Operating system environment Exchange 2013 SP1 Exchange 2013 CU2 and CU3 Exchange 2010 SP3 RU5 or later Exchange 2010 SP2 Exchange 2007 SP3 RU13 or later Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 Active Directory servers X X X X X Windows Server 2012 Active Directory servers X X X X X Windows Server 2012 R2 Active
- [Windows ADK 8.1 update (for Windows 8.1 Update) is available for download:](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/04/04/windows-adk-8-1-update-for-windows-8-1-update-is-available-for-download/) - The Windows ADK 8.1 update (for Windows 8.1 Update) is available for download: Windows ADK 8.1 update (direct download only: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=39982 You still run adksetup.exe to install or download the updated ADK, but you do see that the new ADK is slightly bigger than the previous kit. The Patches folder content also have a higher
- [Sysprep Windows Server 2012 (R2) Faster with /mode:vm Switch](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/04/01/sysprep-windows-server-2012-r2-faster-with-modevm-switch/) - Windows Server 2012’s System Preparation Tool (sysprep.exe) contains a new switch that allows system administrators to generalize the OS (remove any installation specific configuration) faster than previous versions of the tool that were designed for use on physical hardware. What’s New in Sysprep for Windows Server 2012? The new VM-mode method for generalizing a Windows
- [New release RVTools, version 3.6](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/03/05/new-release-rvtools-version-3-6/) - Rob de Veij released today TVTools version 3.6, the release notes: New tabpage with cluster information New tabpage with multipath information On vInfo tabpage new fields HA Isolation response and HA restart priority On vInfo tabpage new fields Cluster affinity rule information On vInfo tabpage new fields connection state and suspend time On vInfo tabpage
- [Service Pack 1 for Microsoft Office 2013 (KB2817430) 32-Bit Edition](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/02/26/service-pack-1-for-microsoft-office-2013-kb2817430-32-bit-edition/) - Service Pack 1 for Microsoft Office 2013 (KB2817430) 32-Bit Edition No info yet! Download: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/confirmation.aspx?id=42017
- [Exchange 2010 SP3 UR5 & Exchange 2007 SP3 UR13](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/02/26/exchange-2010-sp3-ur5-exchange-2007-sp3-ur13/) - Are available for download. Exchange 2010 SP3 UR5: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=42001 Exchange 2007 SP3 UR13: http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=41995
- [Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 Service Pack 1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/02/26/microsoft-exchange-server-2013-service-pack-1/) - No info yet Download
- [Update adds BPA rules for DirectAccess in Windows Server 2012](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/01/29/update-adds-bpa-rules-for-directaccess-in-windows-server-2012/) - There is a update that adds new Best Practices Analyzer (BPA) rules. The rules are for DirectAccess on the servers that are running Windows Server 2012. The following rules are added: Checks whether the Domain Name System (DNS) address that is used for internal network resources is correct. If the internal interface of the DirectAccess
- [Incompatibility between Windows 8 roaming user profiles and roaming profiles in other versions of Windows](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/01/26/incompatibility-between-windows-8-roaming-user-profiles-and-roaming-profiles-in-other-versions-of-windows/) - Roaming user profiles on Windows 8-based or Windows Server 2012-based computers are incompatible with roaming user profiles in other versions of Windows. Profiles are compatible only between the following client and server operating system pairs: Windows 8.1 and Windows Server 2012 R2 Windows 8 and Windows Server 2012 Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2
- [HV Backup A free Hyper-V backup Tool](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/01/11/hv-backup-a-free-hyper-v-backup-tool/) - HVbackup is a very easy and powerful free tool to backup and restore Hyper-V virtual machines, in standalone and clustered (CSV) environments, overcoming all the limitations that a generic tool like Diskshadow provides.This tool targets Windows 2008 (R2) and Windows Server 2012 (R2). All the corresponding core and free Hyper-V editions are also supported! HVBackup
- [Adding GPO Pack support in MDT 2013 for Windows 8.1 & 2012 R2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2014/01/03/adding-gpo-pack-support-in-mdt-2013-for-windows-8-1-2012-r2/) - If you ever tried to use GPO Packs in MDT 2013 or ConfigMgr 012 R2, you quickly find out they will fail for Windows 8.1 or 2012 R2. The reason? Microsoft forgot to add support for Windows 8.1 in the ZTIApplyGPOPack.wsf script. Luckily it’s easy to fix, and while you’re at it, why not also
- [Free e-learning course - Virtualizing Microsoft Exchange 2013 on VMware vSphere 5 Fundamentals](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/12/23/free-e-learning-course-virtualizing-microsoft-exchange-2013-on-vmware-vsphere-5-fundamentals/) - This self paced free eLearning course illustrates why organizations need to consider virtualizing Exchange 2013 on VMware vSphere. This course focuses on Exchange design prerequisites and considerations, when virtualizing Exchange 2013. It also describes design, sizing, and implementation guidelines and best practices, that should be followed as part of a structured design and implementation methodology.
- [Microsoft Security Bulletin MS13-105 for Exchange](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/12/12/microsoft-security-bulletin-ms13-105-for-exchange/) - the Exchange team released security bulletin MS13-105. Updates are being made available for the following versions of Exchange Server: Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 Service Pack 3Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 2Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 3Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 Cumulative Update 2Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 Cumulative Update 3
- [Exchange 2013 Server Role Requirements Calculator 6.1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/12/05/exchange-2013-server-role-requirements-calculator-6-1/) - The Exchange 2013 Server Role Requirements Calculator received an update. The new version number is 6.1. Changes since version 5.9: Fixed operator mistake in calcNumActiveDBsSF formula Fixed missed validation scenario where the calculator could recommend a copy count that could not be deployed on the custom disk architecture Optimized remaining servers formula Fixed an issue
- [Change default Windows network Icon to something Cool!!](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/12/02/change-default-windows-network-icon-to-something-cool/) - To change the network type please do the following: Hit Winkey + R to open Run prompt and type gpedit.msc Navigate to: Computer Configuration | Windows Settings | Security Setting | Network List Manager Policies Choose your Network name from the right pane. In my case network name was wardvissers.local So the policy look likes
- [Cumulative Update 3 for Microsoft Exchange Server 2013](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/11/29/cumulative-update-3-for-microsoft-exchange-server-2013/) - Issues that the cumulative update resolvesCumulative Update 3 for Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 contains the fix for the security issue that is described in Security Bulletin MS13-061 (http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/security/bulletin/MS13-061) and resolves the issues that are described in the following Microsoft Knowledge Base (KB) articles: 2865161 "Errors: Failed exporting item id: from source id" when you try
- [Update Rollup 3 for Exchange Server 2010 SP3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/11/27/update-rollup-3-for-exchange-server-2010-sp3/) - Update Rollup 3 for Exchange Server 2010 SP3 contains the fix for the security issue that is described in Security Bulletin MS13-061 and resolves the issues that are described in the following Microsoft Knowledge Base (KB) articles: 2715761 "550 5.6.0" NDR when you send a yearly recurring meeting request in an Exchange Server 2010 environment
- [Rollup 4 for Forefront Threat Management Gateway 2010 Service Pack 2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/11/27/rollup-4-for-forefront-threat-management-gateway-2010-service-pack-2/) - Issues that are fixed in this rollup package 2889345 FIX: Accounts are locked out beyond the AccountLockoutResetTime period in Forefront Threat Management Gateway 2010 SP2 2890549 FIX: Incorrect Performance Monitor values when queried from a .NET Framework app in Forefront Threat Management Gateway 2010 2890563 FIX: "URL" and "Destination Host Name" values are unreadable in
- [MDT Failed to run the action: Install Operating System Unknow Errorr: 000015FB](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/11/22/mdt-failed-to-run-the-action-install-operating-system-unknow-errorr-000015fb/) - Error: Delete from the packages folder the Hotfix & Update files.
- [MDT Packages & WSUS a very nice feature.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/11/22/mdt-packages-wsus-a-very-nice-feature/) - I long time ago I wrote a acticle mdt-automatisch-updates-via-wsus-laten-installeren-tijdens-het-deployen-van-het-os (Dutch) about using wsus with MDT. After you deploy a Windows 7 SP1 machine updating takes a lot of time. You can slipstream windows security updates when you deploy a machine… Windows 7 / Windows 8 / Windows 2008 R2 / Windows 2012. How you do
- [Exchange Server 2013 Service Pack 1 Coming in Early 2014](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/11/21/exchange-server-2013-service-pack-1-coming-in-early-2014/) - Today on the Office blog Exchange Team announced that service pack 1 for the 2013 set of products including Office, SharePoint and Exchange will be released early next year. We know our Exchange customers have been looking for confirmation of the release but also have a desire for an early look at what's coming with
- [Free ebook: Microsoft System Center: Troubleshooting Configuration Manager](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/11/20/free-ebook-microsoft-system-center-troubleshooting-configuration-manager/) - There is a Free ebook available for download offering from Microsoft Press. These unique (and free) ebooks bring System Center experts together to discuss designing, deploying, and troubleshooting some of the most complex and mission critical aspects of key System Center capabilities. Get the Book
- [Removing Windows 8.1 Built-in Applications](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/11/12/removing-windows-8-1-built-in-applications/) - Last year Ben Hunter published a PowerShell script that is designed to remove the built-in Windows 8 applications when creating a Windows 8 image. Well now that Windows 8.1 has been released it must update the PowerShell script to work with Windows 8.1. The script below takes a simple list of Apps and then removes
- [PXE booting fails with "PXE-T04: Access Violation" and "PXE-E36: Error Received from TFTP Server](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/11/12/pxe-booting-fails-with-pxe-t04-access-violation-and-pxe-e36-error-received-from-tftp-server/) - I had a very strange issue. After updating to MDT 2013 and ADK 8.1 wen a client response getting error PXE-T04: Access Violation" and "PXE-E36: Error Received. Solution: Uninstalling WDS roleRebootInstalling WDS role Configuring WDS Add MDT boot Images. It works again. WDS was corrupted Great
- [Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2013 Final](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/10/19/microsoft-deployment-toolkit-2013-final/) - Download from http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=40796 Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) 2013 is a Solution Accelerator for operating system and application deployment. MDT 2013 supports deployment of Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2012, and Windows Server 2008 R2. Feature Summary Deploy Windows and Office with Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2013. MDT is the
- [Creating a Home Drive with Windows PowerShell](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/10/18/creating-a-home-drive-with-windows-powershell/) - With the following script I will do 3 things: 1. Set the user his home folder with drive letter2. Create a folder on your home folders file share3. Giving users full control on there folder. The Script: Get-ADUser -Filter * -SearchBase "OU=wardusers,DC=wardvissers,DC=local" | Foreach-Object { $sam = $_.SamAccountName$sid = $_.Sid$HomeDrive=’J:’$Domain=wardvissers.local’$UserRoot=’\wardvissers.local\dfs\home\’$HomeDir=$UserRoot+$sam # Assign the Drive
- [Windows Server 2012 R2 Hyper-V Component Architecture Poster](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/10/17/windows-server-2012-r2-hyper-v-component-architecture-poster/) - Provides a visual reference for understanding key Hyper-V technologies in Windows Server 2012 R2 and focuses on Generation 2 virtual machines, Hyper-V with virtual hard disk sharing, online virtual hard disk resizing, storage quality-of-service, enhanced session mode, live migration, Hyper-V failover clustering, and upgrading your private cloud
- [Free ebook: Introducing Windows 8.1 for IT Professionals](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/10/17/free-ebook-introducing-windows-8-1-for-it-professionals/) - Free ebook: Introducing Windows 8.1 for IT Professionals
- [Free eBook: Introducing Windows Azure for IT Pro’s](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/10/16/free-ebook-introducing-windows-azure-for-it-pros/) - There is a new and free eBook on Windows Azure from Mitch Tulloch and the Windows Azure team designed specifically for the IT Professional. If you haven’t had a chance to try Windows Azure or your just looking to learn more then this book is a good place to start. The book goes into detail
- [Microsoft release a cool tool named Disk cleanup on Windows 7 Sp1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/10/16/microsoft-release-a-cool-tool-named-disk-cleanup-on-windows-7-sp1/) - Microsoft released an update yesterday for the Disk cleanup utility. The problem Windows keeps copies of installed updates from Windows Update, even after installing newer version of updates. So the older versions of updates that are no longer needed and taking up space. In Windows XP era the uninstalls were just hidden folders under Windows
- [KMS Update adds support for Windows 8.1 and Windows Server 2012 R2 clients to Windows Server 2008, Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows 8, and Windows Server 2012 KMS hosts](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/10/09/kms-update-adds-support-for-windows-8-1-and-windows-server-2012-r2-clients-to-windows-server-2008-windows-7-windows-server-2008-r2-windows-8-and-windows-server-2012-kms-hosts/) - This update extends the Key Management Service (KMS) for Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008, Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows 8, and Windows Server 2012 to enable the enterprise licensing of Windows 8.1 and Windows Server 2012 R2.KMS provides support for the following KMS client activations: Windows Vista Windows Server 2008 Windows 7 Windows
- [High CPU usage Windows Update (svchost.exe) in Windows XP SP3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/10/03/high-cpu-usage-windows-update-svchost-exe-in-windows-xp-sp3/) - I had to do a fresh Windows XP SP3 installation and Windows Update has been using almost whole CPU. Very strange! I fixed that problem by installing Microsoft Security Bulletin MS13-069 update from Microsoft web.
- [Free ebook: Introducing Windows Server 2012 R2 Preview Release](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/09/09/free-ebook-introducing-windows-server-2012-r2-preview-releasetyp-hier-een-berichttitel/) - We’re very excited to announce another free ebook offering from Microsoft Press. Introducing Windows Server 2012 R2 Preview Release (ISBN 9780735682931), by Mitch Tulloch with the Windows Server Team, introduces new features and capabilities, with scenario-based advice on how the platform can meet the needs of your business. Get the high-level overview you need to
- [Exchange 2013 and .NET 4.5 fixes KB2803754 & KB2803755](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/09/05/exchange-2013-and-net-4-5-fixes-kb2803754-kb2803755/) - Microsoft published an important hotfix for .NET 4.5 earlier this year. It wasn’t picked up on by many, therefor a quick write up on the matter. Since Exchange 2013 is built on top of .NET 4.5, it is recommended to install the hotfix on all Exchange 2013 Mailbox and Multi-Role servers. The hotfix will reduce
- [VMware Workstation 10](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/09/05/vmware-workstation-10/) - VMware Workstation takes virtualization to the next level: Support for the latest Guest OS’es like Microsoft Windows 8.1 and various Linux distributions. The new hardware version 10 introduces even bigger and better Virtual Machines Up to 16 vCPUs 64GB of vRAM 8TB disks. vSATA support has been added Up to 20 networks can be defined.
- [Microsoft Lync Server 2013 Protocol Workloads Poster](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/09/05/microsoft-lync-server-2013-protocol-workloads-poster/) - Learn how Lync Server can help your organization provide instant messaging, web conferencing, application sharing, and voice communication.
- [Supported Reverse Proxy for Lync 2010 & Lync 2013](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/09/05/supported-reverse-proxy-for-lync-2010-lync-2013/) - This lists the server reverse proxy products that have completed solution testing with Lync Server. While any reverse proxy is expected to work with Lync Server, the reverse proxies listed below have completed extensive testing and are posted with detailed deployment white papers to assist in configuration. Qualified for Lync 2013 & Lync 2010 Vendor
- [Updated Release of MS13-061 Security Update for Exchange Server 2013](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/08/28/updated-release-of-ms13-061-security-update-for-exchange-server-2013/) - On August 14th, ExchangeTeam announced the removal of the MS13-061 Security Update for Exchange Server 2013 due to an issue where the patch changed settings for the search infrastructure, placing the content index for all databases into a failed state. As of today, we have released updated security updates for both Exchange 2013 RTM CU1
- [Kemp LoadMaster v7.0-6 Firmware Released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/08/15/kemp-loadmaster-v7-0-6-firmware-released/) - LoadMaster v7.0-6 is available now. Here is a highlighted feature list over v7.0-4:New Features and Feature Enhancements: Quickstart Wizard – Exchange 2010- The QuickStart Wizard provides a simplified method of configuring LoadMaster to work within an Exchange 2010 environment RESTful API v.2.0 - The RESTful API provides a REST-like interface designed to allow remote applications
- [Exchange 2010 SP3 Rollup 2 en Exchange 2010 SP2 rollup 7](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/08/14/exchange-2010-sp3-rollup-2-en-exchange-2010-sp2-rollup-7/) - The Exchange 2010 SP2 RU7 update contains the changes for MS13-061. For more details, see the MS13-061 security bulletin. The Exchange 2010 SP3 RU2 update contains fixes for a number of customer-reported and internally found issues, as well as, the changes for MS13-061. For more details, including a list of fixes included in this update,
- [Exchange 2007 SP3 rollup 11](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/08/14/exchange-2007-sp3-rollup-11/) - The Exchange 2007 SP3 RU11 update contains two fixes in addition to the changes for MS13-061. For more details, including a list of fixes included in this update, see KB 2873746 and the MS13-061 security bulletin. We would like to specifically call out the following fixes which are included in this release: 2688667 W3wp.exe consumes
- [VMware OS Optimization Tool](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/08/13/vmware-os-optimization-tool-2/) - The VMware OS Optimization Tool helps optimize Windows 7 desktops for use with VMware Horizon View. The optimization tool includes customizable templates to enable or disable Windows system services and features, per VMware recommendations and best practices, across multiple systems. Since most Windows system services are enabled by default, the optimization tool can be used
- [Lync 2013 Rollout and Adoption Resources](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/07/17/lync-2013-rollout-and-adoption-resources/) - Lync 2013 Rollout and Adoption Resources package is a collection of tools, documentation, and templates designed to help project teams plan, pilot, deploy, and evaluate the success of their Lync rollout. These resources are intended for use with the Lync 2013 Rollout and Adoption Success Kit (RASK). Download
- [Z-Hire Active Directory User Creation Tool](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/07/11/z-hire-active-directory-user-creation-tool/) - I want you to inform about a great tool. Z-Hire automates the IT user account creation process for Exchange mailbox, and Active Directory and Lync accounts. With just a click of the button, your Exchange mailbox, and Active directory user, Lync account and SalesForce User account will be created simultaneousy. Z-Hire serves as the platform
- [Z-Term Active Directory User Termination Tool](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/07/11/z-term-active-directory-user-termination-tool/) - I want you to inform a about a great tool Z-Term Active Directory User Termination Tool This application allows IT administrators to automate common tasks when an employee leaves the company. Usually, IT administrators use multiple consoles and perform variety of tasks to terminate user accounts. This tool allows IT administrator to automate: Active Directory
- [Cumulative Update 2 for Exchange Server 2013](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/07/10/cumulative-update-2-for-exchange-server-2013/) - Exchange Team released Cumulative Update 2 for Exchange Server 2013 This CU contains the following major changes: CU2 increases the maximum number of supported databases per server from 50 to 100 in the Enterprise Edition; Enables silent redirection for Outlook Web App (OWA) to Exchange 2007 and Exchange 2013 when using multiple internet-facing AD sites
- [System Center Summer Night](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/07/10/system-center-summer-night/) - For wo that missed the Dutch System Center Summer Night community event. Here are the slides: Catch up with System Center VMM 2012 R2 – Marc van Eijk Top 10 Feature Countdown for Hyper-V in Windows Server 2012 R2 – Hans Vredevoort & Peter Noorderijk How to BI your Operations with System Center 2012 R2
- [MDT Build numbers](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/07/03/mdt-build-numbers/) - MDT Build nummers MDT 2013 Preview 6.2.5014.0 MDT 2012 update 1 6.1.2373.0 MDT 2010 update 1 5.1.1642.01 MDT 2010 5.0.1641.0
- [Updated my Home Lab to Server 2012 R2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/07/03/updated-my-home-lab-to-server-2012-r2/) - Updated my Home Lab to Server 2012 R2 Preview!
- [Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2013 Preview](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/06/28/microsoft-deployment-toolkit-2013-preview/) - The Client Management team is happy to announce the availability of the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) 2013 Preview. Download the installer file and release notes from the Client Management program on Connect in the MDT group. New members must first join the MDT group of the Client Management program on Connect. MDT 2013 Preview includes:
- [Free eBook Microsoft Lync Server 2013 Step By Step for Anyone](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/06/28/free-ebook-microsoft-lync-server-2013-step-by-step-for-anyone/) - Free eBook (pdf) Microsoft Lync Server 2013 Step By Step for Anyone eBook (pdf) by Microsoft Lync MVP Matt Landis. This book gives step by step instructions on how to install Lync Server 2013.
- [Windows 8.1 & Server 2012 R2 Preview Availably](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/06/27/windows-8-1-server-2012-r2-preview-availably/) - If you have a Technet or a MSDN account you can download Windows 8.1 & Server 2012 R2 Preview Windows 8.1 Preview Server 2012 R2 Preview
- [System Center 2012 R2 Preview Availably](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/06/27/system-center-2012-r2-preview-availably/) - If you have a Technet or MSDN account you can download System Center 2012 R2 Preview ou
- [ADK for Windows 8.1 Preview Available](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/06/27/adk-for-windows-8-1-preview-available/) - Here is a quick summary of the changes in ADK for Windows 8.1. MDT 2013 and ConfigMgr 2012 R2 requires ADK for Windows 8.1. Windows 8.1 Image Size (Preview) Windows 8.1 Preview Code Image (x86), 2.13 GB (WIM), 7.65 GB expanded on disk. WinPE 5.0 Profiling in WinPE 5.0 is removed WinPE 5.0 x64 supports
- [Office Web Apps 2013 KB2592525 not installing](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/06/21/office-web-apps-2013-kb2592525-not-installing/) - I’ve recently installed Office Web Apps 2013. The installation is straight forward and documented on Technet . However, there was on tricky issue. KB2592525 is a prerequisite and the PS New-OfficeWebAppsFarm cmdlet checks if the KB2592525 is installed. I was installing on a Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 with all the actual patches. But KB2592525
- [How to Improve Move Request Performance in Exchange 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/06/18/how-to-improve-move-request-performance-in-exchange-2010/) - This article provides step-by-step procedure about How to Improve Move Request Performance in Exchange 2010. The Microsoft Exchange Mailbox Replication Service is responsible for Mailbox Move requests.MSExchangeMailboxReplication.exe.config is Mailbox move request configuration file located in the following location: \Program Files\Microsoft\Exchange Server\V14\Bin How to Improve Move Request Performance in Exchange 2010:1. Go to Exchange
- [Configuring disks to use VMware Paravirtual SCSI (PVSCSI) adapters](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/06/14/configuring-disks-to-use-vmware-paravirtual-scsi-pvscsi-adapters/) - PVSCSI adapters are high-performance storage adapters that can result in greater throughput and lower CPU utilization. PVSCSI adapters are best suited for environments, especially SAN environments, where hardware or applications drive a very high amount of I/O throughput. PVSCSI adapters are not suited for DAS environments. This table shows the support matrix for use of
- [Exchange Server 2013 Architecture Poster](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/06/11/exchange-server-2013-architecture-poster/) - Microsoft released the Exchange Server 2013 Architecture Poster.To download just click on the picture
- [ADK for Windows 8.1.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/06/06/adk-for-windows-8-1/) - News. Teched is coming… New version of ADK & MDT 2013Here is a quick summary of the changes in ADK for Windows 8.1. MDT 2013 and ConfigMgr 2012 R2 requires ADK for Windows 8.1. Windows 8.1 Image Size (Preview) Windows 8.1 Preview Code Image (x86), 2.13 GB (WIM), 7.65 GB expanded on disk. WinPE 5.0
- [Kemp Loadmaster: Drop Connections on Real Server Failure & Drop at Drain Time End](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/06/05/kemp-loadmaster-drop-connections-on-real-server-failure-drop-at-drain-time-end/) - I want to refer to two features within Kemp Loadmaster: Drop Connections on Real Server (Exsist from 5.x) (Default not enabled!!).Failure & Drop at Drain Time End (New feature at 7.04) (Default not Enabeld!!) Drop Connections on Real Server Failure By default existing connections are not closed if a Real Server fails. This can lead
- [Active Directory Replication Status Tool](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/06/05/active-directory-replication-status-tool/) - The Active Directory Replication Status Tool (ADREPLSTATUS) analyzes the replication status for domain controllers in an Active Directory domain or forest. ADREPLSTATUS displays data in a format that is similar to REPADMIN /SHOWREPL * /CSV imported into Excel but with significant enhancements.Specific capabilities for this tool include: • Expose Active Directory replication errors occurring in
- [Update Rollup 1 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/06/02/update-rollup-1-for-exchange-server-2010-service-pack/) - Update Rollup 1 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 3 (SP3) resolves issues that were found in Exchange Server 2010 SP3 since the software was released. This update rollup is highly recommended for all Exchange Server 2010 SP3 customers.For a list of changes that are included in this update rollup, see KB2803727. Download
- [Active Directory Accidental Deletion - Prevention](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/05/28/active-directory-accidental-deletion-prevention/) - Accidental deletions in active directory can cause havoc and unfortunately. This may have been avoided and secondly could have been fixed in less than 10 % of the actual time spent if the environment was using one of the latest features that we included in Windows 2008 R2 ( Active Directory Recycle Bin ). Most
- [Today a I had some problems with Cloud Computers](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/05/24/today-a-i-had-some-problems-with-cloud-computers/) - Weekend!!! So a funny post today
- [unknown device - ACPI/ACPI0004/CPUSCK0 ACPI/ACPI0004/CPUSCK0 on a HP Z420](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/05/23/unknown-device-acpiacpi0004cpusck0-acpiacpi0004cpusck0-on-a-hp-z420/) - Customer wanted to deploy Windows XP 32bit on a HP Z420 machine.For this machine is a driver pack. I imported this driver in to MDT. After deploying I had a unknown device - ACPI/ACPI0004/CPUSCK0 I could not find any driver. The windows device manager show still "unknown device". Solution:Under: Advanced --> Bus Options you will
- [Windows 7 and Windows 8 Optimization Guide for Horizon View Virtual Desktops & Antivirus Best Practices for Horizon View 5.x](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/05/17/windows-7-and-windows-8-optimization-guide-for-horizon-view-virtual-desktops-antivirus-best-practices-for-horizon-view-5-x/) - VMware released two great documents!! Windows 7 and Windows 8 Optimization Guide for Horizon View Virtual Desktops Antivirus Best Practices for Horizon View 5.x
- [Immidio releases new version of Flex+ with Support of Windows 8 & Server 2012 & APP-V 5.0](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/05/17/immidio-releases-new-version-of-flex-with-support-of-windows-8-server-2012-app-v-5-0/) - Today, Immidio releases an updated version of its flagship product Flex+. With the Immidio Flex+ workspace virtualization solution, end users get a personalized and dynamic Windows desktop that adapts to their specific situation based on aspects like role, device and location. Modern workforces expect flexibility from their employers; users need to have the capability to
- [Error while installing WebComponents.msi](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/05/15/error-while-installing-webcomponents-msi/) - When configuring certificates for a lync 2010 environment, I noticed that I made a typo. Failing to correct the problem via the topology builder, I had to uninstall the lync software. After correcting my typo, the installation failed to install. This was the error I got: After doing some digging I noticed also an
- [KEMP LoadMaster v7.0-4 firmware is now available with Edge Security Pack](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/05/14/kemp-loadmaster-v7-0-4-firmware-is-now-available-with-edge-security-pack/) - Kemp announced Firmware release LoadMaster 7.0-4. Here are the details below. Watch out for more announcements on some of the features in the coming weeks. New Features and Feature Enhancements: Edge Security Pack - A range of new security features has been added to the LoadMaster. Sub-VS Support - The LoadMaster now supports the creation
- [Convert VHD to VHDX](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/05/14/convert-vhd-to-vhdx/) - VHDX is the new and default format of virtual hard disk (VDH) that is provided by Windows 8 Client Hyper-V and Windows Server 2012 Hyper-V. There are many reasons to favor VHDX files over VHD files, including: scalability to 64 TB instead of 2040GB better performance by offering 4 K sector matching protection against data
- [Configure DirectAccess for Loadbalacing (Server 2012)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/04/28/configure-directaccess-for-loadbalacing-server-2012/)
- [Add Extra Windows 2012 server to DirectAccess NLB Cluster](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/04/28/add-extra-windows-2012-server-to-directaccess-nlb-cluster/) - First you install Server 2012 and you add the Remote Access Server Role. And Install KB2788525: You cannot enable external load balancing on a Windows Server 2012-based DirectAccess server. Add or Remove Server
- [Server 2012 Dedub](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/04/19/server-2012-dedub/) - Start Windows PowerShell. Right-click the Windows PowerShell icon on the taskbar, and then click Run as Administrator. Run the following Windows PowerShell commands: PS C:\> Import-Module ServerManagerPS C:\> Add-WindowsFeature -name FS-Data-DeduplicationPS C:\> Import-Module DeduplicationPS C:\> Enable-DedupVolume E: & Enable-DedupVolume D: And wait…. Saving already 240GB on my home lab…. Dedub is great
- [CreateCluster failed with 0×5 adding members to DAG in Exchange 2013](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/04/19/createcluster-failed-with-05-adding-members-to-dag-in-exchange-2013/) - Last weekend I was building a Exchange 2013 cluster. Since everything so far was working as expected, I proceeded with creation of DAG. From EAC, creating DAG itself worked with no issues. I then went ahead and added first mailbox server to DAG. this step, however, refused to complete with error: A server-side database availability
- [Exchange 2013 Cumulative Update 1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/04/03/exchange-2013-cumulative-update-1/) - Today the long-awaited Cumulative Update 1 for Exchange Server 2013 was released by the Exchange Team (KB2816900). This update raises Exchange 2013 version number to 15.0.620.29. This is the Exchange 2013 product level required for co-existence with previous versions of Exchange, being Exchange Server 2010 SP3 or Exchange Server 2007 SP3 Rollup 10. The Exchange
- [Publish Exchange 2013 With Forefront Threat Management Gateway](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/03/28/publish-exchange-2013-with-forefront-threat-management-gateway/) - TMG doest not support jet Exchange 2013. But with minor changes you get it working Change in the OWA Rule In Exchange 2013 changed the published server logoff URL to /owa/logoff.owa You need create a Extra Rule Exchange 2013 APPS RuleYou need the ExchangeGuid Powershell: Get-Mailbox -Arbitration | where {$_.PersistedCapabilities -like "OrganizationCapabilityClientExtensions"} | fl
- [Upgraded my Home Lab and changed from ESXi5.1 to Hyper-V 2012](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/03/26/upgraded-my-home-lab-and-changed-from-esxi5-1-to-hyper-v-2012/) - Last weekend I upgraded my Home Lab and changed from ESXi5.1 to Hyper-V 2012. Hardware AMD A8 3870K 3.00GHz 4MB FM1 Box Asus F1A75-V PRO AMD A75, SATA600 RAID, HDMI (ESXi5.1 Works to with extra E1000 nic) 32GB 8x4 Kingston HyperX Converted al my VM’s with StarWind V2V Converter It Rocks!!!
- [Exchange 2013 CU1 delayed, Planned for April the 2nd](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/03/26/exchange-2013-cu1-delayed-planned-for-april-the-2nd/) - The last piece required to support coexistence and start migrating from Exchange 2010 to Exchange 2013, just got delayed some days… "We found an issue with Exchange 2010 coexistence. The issue actually had an easy workaround, but we made a decision; instead of burdening you with a configuration change on all of your Exchange 2010
- [Publish all Exchange roles on one TMG listener](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/03/22/publish-all-exchange-roles-on-one-tmg-listener/) - I have only 1 public IP address in my testlab so I wanted also deploy Outlook Anywhere so dat I can reseice mail from every where I am. Configure Outlook anywhere rule on TMG Open Forefront TMG Click on In the Action Pane under Task click Give the rule a Name ill name mine “2010
- [After configuring DirectAccess in an IPv4-only deployment with a single network adapter, and after the default DNS64 (the IPv6 address which contains ":3333::") is automatically configured on the network adapter, attempting to enable load-balancing via the Remote Access Management console causes a prompt for the user to supply an IPv6 DIP. If an IPv6 DIP is supplied, the configuration fails after clicking Commit with the error: The parameter is incorrect.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/03/21/after-configuring-directaccess-in-an-ipv4-only-deployment-with-a-single-network-adapter-and-after-the-default-dns64-the-ipv6-address-which-contains-3333-is-automatically-configured-o/) - Download the backup and restore scripts from Back up and Restore Remote Access Configuration. Back up your Remote Access GPOs using the downloaded script Backup-RemoteAccess.ps1 Attempt to enable load balancing until the step at which it fails. On the Enable Load Balancing dialog box, expand the details area, right-click in the details area, and then
- [Migrate a certificate authority from Windows 2008 R2 to Windows 2012](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/03/21/migrate-a-certificate-authority-from-windows-2008-r2-to-windows-2012/) - Today I was moving my testlab enterprise root CA from a Windows 2008 r2 server to a new Windows 2012 with a different server name. To accomplish this, I used this excellent Technet Post . I encountered no problems!
- [Create Internal Wildcard Certificate](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/03/19/create-internal-wildcard-certificate/) - I created I internal wildcart Certificate. This i ideal when you want do some testing and you not any certificate from a Third-Party. You must have a internal CA Open IIS Go to Server Certificates Choise Create Domain Certificate Now you can export this Certificate . Very handy when you want to test Exchange 2013
- [Exchange 2013 ECP Redirects to old Exchange 2010 OWA](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/03/12/exchange-2013-ecp-redirects-to-old-exchange-2010-owa/) - I recently setup an Exchange 2013 Server in an Exchange 2010 Environment. All worked fine, but logging in to https://ex2013.wardvissers.nl/ecp redirected me to the old Exchange 2010 Interface. Solution 1: If you have this problem, you can add the Exchange Version to the URL using “?ExchClientVer=15″. So https://ex2013.wardvissers.nl/ecp?ExchClientVer=15 will redirect you to the correct
- [Exchange Server 2013 Deployment Assistant](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/03/07/exchange-server-2013-deployment-assistant/) - ExchangeTeam the announce the availability of the Exchange Server 2013 Deployment Assistant at http://technet.microsoft.com/exdeploy2013. The Exchange Deployment Assistant is a web-based tool that helps you deploy Exchange 2013 in your on-premises organization, configure a hybrid deployment between your on-premises organization and Office 365, or migrate to Office 365. It asks you a small set of
- [Apple released iOS 6.1.2 Software Update Fixes an Exchange calendar bug that could result in increased activity on Exchange 2010 Server.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/02/22/apple-released-ios-6-1-2-software-update-fixes-an-exchange-calendar-bug-that-could-result-in-increased-activity-on-exchange-2010-server/) - Apple released iOS 6.1.2 Software Update which Fixes an Exchange calendar bug that could result in increased network activity on Exchange Server.The Bug descripted by Microsoft:Rapid growth in transaction logs, CPU use, and memory consumption in Exchange Server 2010 when a user syncs a mailbox by using an iOS 6.1 or 6.1.1-based device Temp Solution:http://exchangeserverpro.com/block-ios-61-exchange-2010?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+ExchangeServerPro+%28Exchange+Server+Pro%29Final
- [Setting Up Windows 8 Mail for Exchange or Office 365](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/02/12/setting-up-windows-8-mail-for-exchange-or-office-365/) - Before beginning these steps, ensure that: You have setup a Microsoft account in Windows 8. You have your Active Directory (AD) username and password. Your username is usually the first part of your UCSD email address (before the @ symbol). If you forgot your password, you can reset it. You have an Exchange account in
- [Windows 8 Features on Demand (.Net Framework 3.5)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/02/08/windows-8-features-on-demand-net-framework-3-5/) - Features on Demand "Features on Demand (FoD)" is a new concept in Windows 8 that allows administrators and image builders to reduce the amount of space. . When you install an application that’s ask for .Net Framework 3.5 that will be automatically installed. You don’t have to deploy it automatically with it… In Windows
- [Windows 2012 DirectAccess Quick & Dirty](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/01/21/windows-2012-directaccess-quick-dirty/) - Install Server 2012. Join Server to your Domain. Select Behind an Edge DevicePublic name voor mij is dat is: thuis.wardvissers.nl Remote Access Review & NextView Remote Access ReviewFinishOverviewPolicy’sWindows 8 Client I have a Firewall/NAT router. So you need open some ports DirectAccess works great. Every where I work I have access to my docs
- [Windows Server 2012: Convert server Core to server with a Gui](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/01/18/windows-server-2012-convert-server-core-to-server-with-a-gui/) - Create a folder to mount a Windows Imaging File (WIM) in with the command mkdir c:\mountdir Determine the index number for a Server with a GUI image (for example, SERVERDATACENTER, not SERVERDATACENTERCORE) using this command at an elevated command prompt: Dism /get-wiminfo /wimfile::sources\install.wim Mount the WIM file using this command at an elevated command prompt:
- [Windows Server 2012: Convert a server with a Gui to Core with Windows PowerShell](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/01/18/windows-server-2012-convert-a-server-with-a-gui-to-core-with-windows-powershell/) - To convert to a Server Core installation with Windows PowerShell: run the following cmdlet: Uninstall-WindowsFeature Server-Gui-Mgmt-Infra -restart
- [Forefront TMG 2010 SP2 Rollup 3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/01/17/forefront-tmg-2010-sp2-rollup-3/) - Microsoft released Rollup 3 for Microsoft Forefront Threat Management Gateway (TMG) 2010 Service Pack 2. For Exchange, this Rollup fixes unexpected authentication prompts when using OWA published using Forefront Threat Management Gateway (TMG) 2010 in conjunction with RSA authentication and Forms-based Authentication (2783345) 2700248 A server that is running Forefront Threat Management Gateway 2010
- [FREE e-Book: The Hands-on Guide: Understanding Hyper-V in Windows Server 2012](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/01/16/free-e-book-the-hands-on-guide-understanding-hyper-v-in-windows-server-2012/) - The Hands-on Guide: Understanding Hyper-V in Windows Server 2012 gives you simple step-by-step instructions to help you perform Hyper-V-related tasks like a seasoned expert. You will learn how to: Build clustered Hyper-V deployment Manage Hyper-V through PowerShell Create virtual machine replicas Transition from a legacy Hyper-V environment, and more Download the first 5 chapters (180
- [Remove the Windows 8 Animation during MDT Deployment](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/01/16/remove-the-windows-8-animation-during-mdt-deployment/) - In Windows 8 there is a movie that is played for the first time logon and there is a Group Policy setting you can use to disable it. Mikael Nystrom writed a nice MDT Application you can download and install and put it into your task sequence for Windows 8 and you will never ever
- [OS not starting after removing extra bitlocker boot partition](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/05/24/os-not-starting-after-removing-extra-bitlocker-boot-partition/) - If you remove the 300mb hidden partition your system does not start anymore. Solution 1: Open command prompt bcdboot c:\windows /s c: Open diskmgmt.msc & Mark Partion as Active. Reboot the VM. Delete the BDEdrive partitie. Extend the C-Disk with the empty space Solution 2: Boot with Windows 7 or WIndows 2008 R2 installation DVD, select repair and open
- [VMware View preview Client for Windows Store](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/01/13/vmware-view-preview-client-for-windows-store/) - VMWare released a preview of the VMware View Client for Windows Store. This Windows Store client will run in the tiled view of Windows RT and Windows 8. As this is a preview, it does have a number of limitations: The client supports RDP connections but not PCoIP yet No support for smart
- [MDT & SAMSUNG ATIV Smart PC Tablet Part 1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/01/09/mdt-samsung-ativ-smart-pc-tablet-part-1/) - Last week i was playing with Samsung ATIV Smart PC. Samsung ATIV Smart PC is a great device. This is one of many Touch laptops from Samsung. This Laptop is also usable as Tablet PC. Because it run Windows 8 x86 you can run al your applications on this device. De Samsung ATIV Smart PC
- [2012 Blogging](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2013/01/03/2012-blogging/) - This blog was viewed about 110,000 times in 2012. If it were a concert at the Barclays Center, it would take about 6 sold-out performances for that many people to see it.In 2012, there were 88 new posts, growing the total archive of this blog to 485 posts.The busiest day of the year was March
- [Windows 8 Phone HTC 8X](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/12/17/windows-8-phone-htc-8x/) - My new mobile phone HTC 8X (Windows phone 8). After 30 minutes I don’t anymore want a Android phone….
- [Windows 8 – Customizing the Default Lock Screen](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/12/17/windows-8-customizing-the-default-lock-screen/) - The update “Windows 8 and Windows Server 2012 cumulative update: November 2012” adds functionality to the Control Panel group polices that allow an administrator to designate a lock screen image on their Windows 8 and Windows 2012 computers. This setting lets you specify the default lock screen image shown when no user is signed in,
- [Issue with Windows Management Framework 3.0 on Exchange 2007 and Exchange 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/12/16/issue-with-windows-management-framework-3-0-on-exchange-2007-and-exchange-2010/) - Recently, Windows Update began offering the Windows Management Framework 3.0 as an Optional update. This includes all forms of update distribution, such as Microsoft Update, WSUS, System Center Configuration Manager and other mechanisms. The key bit here is that the Windows Management Framework 3.0 includes PowerShell 3.0. Windows Management Framework 3.0 is being distributed as
- [Update Rollup 5 version 2 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/12/16/update-rollup-5-version-2-for-exchange-server-2010-service-pack-2/) - Update Rollup 5 version 2 for Exchange Server 2010 SP2 addresses the vulnerabilities that are described in Microsoft Security Bulletin MS12-080 http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/security/Bulletin/MS12-080 . This update also resolves the issues that are described in the following Microsoft Knowledge Base (KB) articles: 707146 IRM-protected messages cannot be returned in search results if the messages are recorded and
- [Exchange 2010 SP1 RU8 and Exchange 2007 SP3 RU9](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/12/16/exchange-2010-sp1-ru8-and-exchange-2007-sp3-ru9/) - Today the Exchange CXP team released the following update rollups to the Download Center. All three releases cover Security Bulletin MS12-080. Because this is a security release, the updates will also be available on Microsoft Update. Update Rollup 8 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 1 Update Rollup 9 for Exchange Server 2007 Service Pack
- [Deploy Office 2013 with MDT 2012](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/12/07/deploy-office-2013-with-mdt-2012/) - When you want to deploy Office 2013 with MDT 2012 you must first create a MSP File and saved in Updates Folder:How to: Create custom configurations of Office 2013. 1. Copy de Office 2013 install to the Applications folder 2. Create a application: 2. Change the Command Line Change Quiet install Command: setup.exe /adminfile \servername\deploymentshare$\Applications\Microsoft
- [Rollup 5 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/11/14/rollup-5-for-exchange-server-2010-service-pack-2/) - Exchange Team released Rollup 5 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 2. List with fixes:2707146 IRM-protected messages cannot be returned in search results if the messages are recorded and sent to an external contact in an Exchange Server 2010 environment2710975 Some MAPI property objects in an ANSI .pst file contain unreadable characters if you import
- [Microsoft Office 2013 KMS Volume License Pack](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/11/10/microsoft-office-2013-kms-volume-license-pack/) - Volume license editions of Office 2013 client products require activation. This download enables IT administrators to set up a Key Management Service (KMS) or configure a domain for Active Directory-Based activation. Either of these volume activation methods can locally activate all Office 2013 clients connected to an organization’s network. Download Overview If you want to
- [MAP Toolkit 8.0 Beta released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/11/08/map-toolkit-8-0-beta-released/) - The MAP Toolkit team announced that MAP Toolkit 8.0 beta is available. MAP Toolkit 8.0 beta has rich feature set to plan and prepare your environment to adopt next wave of Microsoft products and cloud services. The MAP Toolkit has readiness assessments that range from desktop to cloud -- Windows 8 to Windows Azure. The
- [VMware Workstation 9.0.1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/11/08/vmware-workstation-9-0-1/) - In this “maintenance” release we can see that few OS support has been added and some bug fixes has been issued as well. This release comes only after two and half months, where VMware Workstation 9 has been released. What’s new in the Version 9.0.1 – Build Number:894247 Support for Ubuntu 12.10 as a host
- [Microsoft Assessment and Planning (MAP) Toolkit 7.0 Now Available](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/11/07/microsoft-assessment-and-planning-map-toolkit-7-0-now-available/) - Get ready for Windows Server 2012 with the Microsoft Assessment and Planning (MAP) Toolkit 7.0. The latest version of the MAP Toolkit adds several new planning scenarios that help you build for the future with agility and focus while lowering the cost of delivering IT. Download MAP 7.0 and begin planning your server deployments today!
- [Office 2013 Administrative Template files (ADMX/ADML) and Office Customization Tool](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/11/07/office-2013-administrative-template-files-admxadml-and-office-customization-tool/) - This download includes Group Policy Administrative Template (ADMX/ADML) and Office Customization Tool (OPAX/OPAL) files for Microsoft Office 2013. This download includes Group Policy Administrative Template files and Office Customization Tool files for use with Office 2013 applications. It also includes an \Admin folder with an Office Customization Tool, and ADMX and ADML versions of Office
- [iOS 6.0.1 update available including Exchange Meetings Bug Fix](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/11/03/ios-6-0-1-update-available-including-exchange-meetings-bug-fix/) - There is a update released for IOS 6,Update 6.0.1 and it includes a bug fix for an important ActiveSync issue affecting meetings. If you’ve not heard about this issue, you can read more about it here and on the Exchange Team Blog here. The fixes included in this release include a few other fixes, but
- [VM Advanced ISO. Free Tools For Advanced Tasks](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/10/26/vm-advanced-iso-free-tools-for-advanced-tasks/) - Kendrick Coleman has compiled a CD with FREE TOOLS for virtual machines within your VMware environment. All of the tools in this package were pooled together for performing advanced tasks to optimize performance, reclaim lost space, and clean up your virtual machine. CURRENT VERSION = 0.8 Without further ado here is what is packaged in
- [The RTM versions of Exchange 2013, Lync 2013 and Office 2013 are now available on MSDN and Technet](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/10/24/the-rtm-versions-of-exchange-2013-lync-2013-and-office-2013-are-now-available-on-msdn-and-technet/) - Exchange 2013, Lync 2013 and Office 2013 RTM is now available for download on MSDN/Technet!!! Whoot!!!!!! MSDN Links:Lync Server 2013 (x64) - DVD (English) Exchange Server 2013 (x64) - DVD (Multilanguage) Office Web Apps 2013 (x64) - DVD (English) Office Professional Plus 2013 (x64) - DVD (English) Office Professional Plus 2013 (x86) - DVD (English)
- [IOS6 and Exchange Issue’s](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/10/24/ios6-and-exchange-issues/) - If you’ve been following the Exchange and Apple-related news lately, you can’t have failed to hear about a number of bugs in the new iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch OS, iOS 6. What’s the problem, then? Well, in iOS the two most widely reported ones relate to: AutoDiscover – It doesn’t work unless the Email
- [Exchange 2013 RTM Help File](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/10/24/exchange-2013-rtm-help-file/) - For those interested, e.g. you’re planning for or about to implement Exchange 2013 or just want to look up something: the Exchange 2013 RTM help file has been made available for download . Note that the help file is still incomplete, so I expect it gets updated in the upcoming period. It comes in
- [Free E-book: Introducing Windows 8 for IT Professionals](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/10/24/free-e-book-introducing-windows-8-for-it-professionals/) - Augusto Alvarez Wrote a nice e-book “Introducing Windows 8, an overview for IT Professionals” (preview version). This book has some quite important topics that every IT guy which is considering implement Windows 8 in their company should read it carefully. Here’s a short summary for the topics included (I’m just naming a few; the entire
- [Exchange 2010 SP2 Management Tools on Windows 8 RTM](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/10/18/exchange-2010-sp2-management-tools-on-windows-8-rtm/) - Some day’s ago I installed Windows 8 Enterprise x64 RTM on my Work pc.So I wanted Exchange 2010 Management Tools on my PC.I found the following topic: Exchange 2010 Management toolsThis worked for me Install the .NET Framework 3.5 Windows Feature Install the IIS 6 Management Console Feature Install the IIS Metabase and IIS 6
- [Free E-book Deployment guide for Office 2013](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/10/17/free-e-book-deployment-guide-for-office-2013/) - This book supports a preliminary release of Microsoft Office 2013 and provides deployment instructions for Office 2013. The audiences for this book include application specialists, line-of-business application specialists, and IT administrators who are ready to deploy Office 2013. Deployment-guide-for-Office-2013.pdf Deployment-guide-for-Office-2013.doc Deployment-guide-for-Office-2013.epub Deployment-guide-for-Office-2013.mobi
- [Re-released Exchange 2010 and Exchange 2007 update rollups](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/10/10/re-released-exchange-2010-and-exchange-2007-update-rollups/) - The Exchange Team re-released the following Rollup Updates. These updates address an issue in which digital signatures on files produced and signed by Microsoft will expire prematurely, as described in Microsoft Security Advisory 2749655. Update Rollup 4-v2 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 2 (KB2756485) Update Rollup 7-v2 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 1
- [Install Windows 8 language pack](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/10/02/install-windows-8-language-pack/) - 1. Mount the iso file or extract the iso2. start the "\Windows\system32\lpksetup.exe" from the command line3. choose install display languages4. choose Browse computer or network5. Enter the drive letter of the just mounted iso or select via the 'Browse' button6. Select the Language and install Enjoy
- [Upgrading the ADMX files to Windows 8 & 2012](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/09/27/upgrading-the-admx-files-to-windows-8-2012/) - When you want to use a new OS in your domain you need to upgrade de ADMX files. The easy way to get all the possible ADMX/ADML files for a particular OS without having to install all the roles/features is to simply copy them out of the winsxs directory (replace en-US in the commands below
- [Announcing Exchange 2010 Service Pack 3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/09/26/announcing-exchange-2010-service-pack-3/) - The Exchange Team is pleased to announce that in the first half of calendar year 2013 we will be releasing Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 3 (SP3) to our customers. With SP3, the following new features and capabilities will be included: Coexistence with Exchange 2013: Customers that want to introduce Exchange Server 2013 into their
- [Windows 8 en Server 2012 KMS Service Activation](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/09/23/windows-8-en-server-2012-kms-service-activation/) - For Licensing Server 2012 and Windows 8 on a Windows 2008 R2 server you need to update the KMS Service. Install the following update: An update is available for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 KMS hosts to support Windows 8 and Windows Server 2012 as described in KB2691586. If you don’t install this
- [Windows 8 Server PosterPedia](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/09/23/windows-8-server-posterpedia/) - There is a new cool Windows 8 app: Server PosterPedia. In the app are various Microsoft posters which architecture and features are explained. Totally cool on a touch device where you can quickly zoom in and then you can slide back and forth on the poster. Very Nice: Download: http://apps.microsoft.com/webpdp/en-US/app/server-posterpedia/f988071c-66dc-4281-8028-637ac0f09061
- [578:0x000004DC:0x0000001D Send-As permission with Outlook 2010 Exchange 2007](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/09/21/5780x000004dc0x0000001d-send-as-permission-with-outlook-2010-exchange-2007/) - 578:0x000004DC:0x0000001D Send-As permission with Outlook 2010 Exchange 2007Error: myaddress@mydomain.comYou are not allowed to send this message because you are trying to send on behalf of another sender without permission to do so. Please verify that you are sending on behalf of the correct sender, or ask your system administrator to help you get the required
- [Group Policy Settings Reference for Windows 8 and Windows Server 2012](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/09/18/group-policy-settings-reference-for-windows-8-and-windows-server-2012/) - These spreadsheets list the policy settings for computer and user configurations that are included in the Administrative template files delivered with the Windows operating systems specified. You can configure these policy settings when you edit Group Policy Objects. You can use the filtering capabilities that are included in this spreadsheet to view a specific subset
- [Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK) and vSphere 4 does not work together](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/09/12/windows-assessment-and-deployment-kit-adk-and-vsphere-4-does-not-work-together/) - When you using vSphere 4 and and using MDT 2012 update1 with Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit you run in de following error. Same thing wil also with Workstation 8. Solution 1: Do not install Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit on your MDT Server. You can still using MDT 2012 Update 1 with waik 3.5
- [Troubleshooting Windows Deployments](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/09/12/troubleshooting-windows-deployments/) - Michael Niehaus created a troubleshooting guide about MDT Check out: Troubleshooting Windows Deployments 2012-09-11.pdf
- [MDT 2012 Settings Per Task Sequence](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/05/30/mdt-2012-settings-per-task-sequence/) - I recently converted to MDT 2012 after running MDT 2010 for awhile. 10 December 2010 I blogged about MDT 2010 Automatically Move Computers to the Right OU. After I upgraded from MDT 2010 to MDT 2012 this did not work anymore. After a lot of searching a found the following on the Technet Forum at
- [Copying $OEM$ files and folders with MDT 2012 Update 1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/09/12/copying-oem-files-and-folders-with-mdt-2012-update-1/) - MDT 2012 Update 1 no longer uses SETUP.EXE to install Windows 7 and above. One side effect of this is that $OEM$ folders are no longer going to be copied, since that was something that SETUP.EXE did that the MDT LTIApply.wsf script doesn’t handle. I’ve never been a big fan of using the $OEM$ folder
- [MDT Displaying the task sequence name](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/09/12/mdt-displaying-the-task-sequence-name/) - When you configure MDT you could specify an organization name To specify these, you can configure them in CustomSettings.ini: _SMSTSOrgName=WardVissers _SMSTSPackageName=My Package Name That’s great if you want to hard-code the values, but what I wanted was that _SMSTSPackageName is set to the name of the task sequence that is being executed. That’s a little
- [Microsoft Virtual Machine Converter Solution Accelerator](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/09/05/microsoft-virtual-machine-converter-solution-accelerator/) - The Microsoft Virtual Machine Converter (MVMC) Solution Accelerator is a Microsoft-supported, stand-alone solution for the IT pro or solution provider who wants to convert VMware-based virtual machines and disks to Hyper-V®-based virtual machines and disks. MVMC provides the following features: Converts and deploys virtual machines from VMware hosts to Hyper-V hosts including Hyper-V on Windows
- [Updated eBook  Introducing Windows Server 2012 RTM Edition](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/09/05/updated-ebook-introducing-windows-server-2012-rtm-edition/) - Mitch Tulloch and the Windows Server team have released a new updated version of the FREE e-Book for IT professionals: Introducing Windows Server 2012 RTM Edition. This book is a great way to get quickly skilled up on all the new improvements in this latest Windows Server - one of the most ambitious releases of
- [VMware Workstation 9](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/08/26/vmware-workstation-9/) - Windows 8 Workstation 9 has been designed to run on Windows 8 and run Windows 8 virtual machines. Easy Install has been enhanced to recognize Windows 8. Workstation 9 has been enhanced to support the Windows 8 user interface (formerly known as Metro). Toggling between Metro and the Windows Desktop can be done by simply
- [List of Performance hotfixes for Windows 7 SP1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/08/22/list-of-performance-hotfixes-for-windows-7-sp1/) - Applies to: Windows 2008 R2 SP1 Windows 7 Service Pack 1 Windows 7 SP1 Article ID: 2505438 - Slow performances in applications that use the DirectWrite API on a computer that is running Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008 R2 http://support.microsoft.com/?id=2505438 Article ID: 2505454 - The startup process is delayed on a computer that has
- [An update is available for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 KMS hosts to support Windows 8 and Windows Server 2012](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/08/21/an-update-is-available-for-windows-7-and-windows-server-2008-r2-kms-hosts-to-support-windows-8-and-windows-server-2012/) - This update extends the Key Management Service (KMS) for Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 to allow enterprise licensing of Windows 8 and of Windows Server 2012. KMS provides support for the following KMS client activations: Windows Server 2008 R2 and Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 (SP1) Windows Server 2008 and Windows
- [Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) 2012 Update 1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/08/17/microsoft-deployment-toolkit-mdt-2012-update-1/) - Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) 2012 Update 1 is the newest version of MDT, a Solution Accelerator for operating system and application deployment. MDT 2012 Update 1 supports deployment of Windows 8, Windows 7, Office 2010 and 365, Windows Server 2012, and Windows Server 2008 R2 in addition to deployment of Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008,
- [Need To Now Before You Deploy Exchange 2010 SP2 RU4](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/08/16/need-to-now-before-you-deploy-exchange-2010-sp2-ru4/) - Calendar and Tasks Retention Tag Support in Exchange 2010 SP2 RU4 means you’ll need to treat this update rollup differently. If you don’t use Retention Policies or if you don’t mind Calendar and Tasks items being moved to archive or deleted automatically based on the DPT settings, you can skip the rest of this post.
- [Windows 8 is RTM](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/08/16/windows-8-is-rtm/) - Today is Windows 8 RTM. You can download it from MSDN of Technet if you have a subscription.
- [Microsoft Virtual Machine Servicing Tool (VMST) 2012](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/08/14/microsoft-virtual-machine-servicing-tool-vmst-2012/) - Virtual Machine Servicing Tool (VMST) 2012 is designed to work with System Center 2012 –Virtual Machine Manager (VMM), System Center 2012 Configuration Manager and Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) 3.0 SP2. VMST 2012 helps you reduce IT costs by making it easier to update your offline virtual machines, templates, and virtual hard disks with the
- [Update Rollup 8 for Exchange Server 2007 SP3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/08/14/update-rollup-8-for-exchange-server-2007-sp3/) - Update Rollup 8 for Exchange Server 2007 SP3 resolves the issues that are described in the following Microsoft Knowledge Base articles: 2699574 Microsoft Exchange Information Store service may stop responding when you perform a search on Exchange mailboxes in an Exchange Server 2007 environment 2701037 Events 4999 and 7034 are logged and the Microsoft Exchange
- [Update Rollup 4 for Exchange Server 2010 SP2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/08/14/update-rollup-4-for-exchange-server-2010-sp2/) - Update Rollup 4 for Exchange Server 2010 SP2 resolves the issues that are described in the following Microsoft Knowledge Base (KB) articles: 2536846 Email messages sent to a mail-enabled public folder may be queued in a delivery queue on the Hub Transport server in an Exchange Server 2010 environment 2632409 Sent item is copied to
- [Microsoft Virtual Machine Servicing Tool](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/08/14/microsoft-virtual-machine-servicing-tool/) - Virtual Machine Servicing Tool (VMST) 2012 is designed to work with System Center 2012 –Virtual Machine Manager (VMM), System Center 2012 Configuration Manager and Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) 3.0 SP2. VMST 2012 helps you reduce IT costs by making it easier to update your offline virtual machines, templates, and virtual hard disks with the
- [Very Important Hotfix for Outlook 2013 Preview](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/07/27/very-important-hotfix-for-outlook-2013-preview/) - Microsoft has released an update for Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013 Preview. This update resolves an issue in which email messages are deleted unexpectedly from the Microsoft Exchange server when Microsoft Outlook 2013 Preview is in online mode. Nothing is recoverable through the Recover Deleted Items option. KB2737132 To install the hotfix, follow one of
- [MDT 2012 Update 1 Beta 1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/07/07/mdt-2012-update-1-beta-1/) - The Microsoft Deployment Toolkit team is pleased to announce that Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) 2012 Update 1 Beta 1 is now available for download! Download MDT 2012 Update 1 Beta 1 now! Download the latest release to stay up-to-date on your deployment needs. New features and enhancements make large-scale desktop and server deployments smoother than
- [Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 Preview](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/07/17/microsoft-exchange-server-2013-preview/) - Exchange 2013: Download Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 Preview Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 Preview Help Important topics: Exchange 2013 Server Roles Exchange 2013 System Requirements Exchange 2013 Prerequisites Prepare Active Directory and Domains Install Exchange 2013 Using the Setup Wizard Install Exchange 2013 in Unattended Mode Exchange 2013 Post-Installation Tasks Have fun
- [Office 2013 Preview](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/07/17/office-2013-preview/) - Download Office 2013 Preview: http://www.microsoft.com/office/preview/en Installed on Laptop E6510 . Have fun
- [Lync Server 2013 Beta](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/07/17/lync-server-2013-beta/) - Lync Server 2013 beta was released by Microsoft today. Here are some useful and download links to get started: Lync 2013 public beta home page Lync Server 2013 public beta - Introduction & What's new Lync Server 2013 public beta - Download Lync Server 2013 public beta - System Requirements Lync Server 2013 public beta
- [Windows Server 2012 Editions](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/07/07/windows-server-2012-editions/) - 1 Licensing Overview Windows Server 2012 delivers a dramatically simplified licensing experience. Shaped by feedback from customers and partners, the new Windows Server licensing approach will help make choosing the right Windows Server easier while delivering the following benefits. 2 Simple It’s easier than ever to determine the right Windows Server edition for you. Choose
- [Kemp Exchange 2010 Templates](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/06/27/kemp-exchange-2010-templates/) - Kemp released Exchange 2010 Templates witch makes configure a Kemp Loadmaster easier Microsoft® Exchange 2010 Templates Core services: MAPI, SMTP and Unified HTTP/HTTPS Extended services: Per-service HTTP/HTTPS Additional Services: POP, IMAP and SMTP Ward 06-07-2012: Fixed Links
- [Enable Bitlocker with MDT](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/06/25/enable-bitlocker-with-mdt/) - Bitlocker is a password centered disk encryption system built into Windows which encrypts your volumes and server platforms. When your do a new deployment on a new computer with MDT you want automatically enable the TPM chip and encrypt the disk. On 1 Feb 2012 a wrote an article about how to Enable TPM devices
- [System Center 2012 Service Pack 1 CTP2 available](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/06/16/system-center-2012-service-pack-1-ctp2-available/) - This Community Technology Preview (“CTP2”) enables System Center customers to jointly evaluate System Center 2012 and Windows Server 2012 Release Candidate. CTP2 includes updates and enhancements to the following System Center 2012 components: Virtual Machine Manager Improved Support for Network Virtualization Extend the VMM console with Add-ins Support for Windows Standards-Based Storage Management Service, thin
- [TMG2010: Server Configuration does not match the stored configuration](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/06/13/tmg2010-server-configuration-does-not-match-the-stored-configuration/) - Issue: Not Synced Server Configuration does not match with stored configuration Cause: FF TMG 2010 Array certificates expired. Solutions: The following steps will fix the issue. Please note that I am explaining the situation where my TMG 2010 enterprise Array is deployed in workgroup. Step1: Run ISA BPA on TMG 2010 Array Member Step2: Verify
- [Windows Server 2012 Hyper-V Component Architecture Poster](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/06/10/windows-server-2012-hyper-v-component-architecture-poster/)
- [Windows Server 2012 Release Candidate Build 8400 in VMware Workstation Technology Preview 2012](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/06/05/windows-server-2012-release-candidate-build-8400-in-vmware-workstation-technology-preview-2012/) - This procedure describes how to install Windows Server 2012 in VMware Workstation. The following versions are used: VMware Workstation Technology Preview 2012 e.x.p Build-646643 Windows Server 2012 Release Candidate Datacenter Build 8400 In VMware Workstation Technology Preview 2012 create a new VM with the following settings: New Virtual Machine Custom (advanced) Workstation Tech Preview Select
- [Free e-book: Introducing Windows Server 2012](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/06/04/free-e-book-introducing-windows-server-2012/) - Microsoft has released a free e-book entitled “Introducing Windows Server 2012”. The Introduction: “…Windows Server 2012 is probably the most significant release of the Windows Server platform ever. With an innovative new user interface, powerful new management tools, enhanced Windows PowerShell support, and hundreds of new features in the areas of networking, storage, and virtualization,
- [Rollup 3 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/05/30/rollup-3-for-exchange-server-2010-service-pack-2/) - The Exchange team released Rollup 3 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 2. The list of bug fixes that I found the most interesting: 2510607 "Cannot open the free/busy information" error message when you try to view folder permissions in Outlook 2586828 The EdgeTransport.exe process consumes 100 percent of CPU resources on an Exchange Server
- [Exchange 2010 Service Pack 2 Language Pack Available for Download](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/05/24/exchange-2010-service-pack-2-language-pack-available-for-download/) - Exchange Team released the newest version of the Exchange 2010 language pack and that it is available for download here. This language pack resolves three key issues some customers have experienced; Events being logged in the application log for any user not using en-us as their chosen language after installing SP2 RU1. A wording error
- [Unable to open PST file with mailbox import/export request](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/05/23/unable-to-open-pst-file-with-mailbox-importexport-request/) - When you do a import or export request using the New-MailboxExportRequest or New-MailboxImportRequest CMDlet in Exchange 2010. It gave me an error. Unable to open PST file ‘\Server\Exports\Test.pst’. Error details: Access to the path ‘\ExServer1\Imports\Test1.pst’ is denied.; Microsoft.Exchange.MailboxReplicationService.RemotePermanentException: Access to the path ‘\Server\Exports\Test.pst’ is denied. The Mailbox Replication Server (MRS) is running as LocalSystem it
- [Lync Jump Start Series](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/05/06/lync-jump-start-series/) - If you are studying like me for the 70-664 & 70-665 Lync exams. The Lync Jump Start series are a good point for beginning Deploying Lync Jump Start (01): Features and Architecture of Microsoft Lync Server 2010 Deploying Lync Jump Start (02a): Deploying Microsoft Lync Server 2010 | Part 1 Deploying Lync Jump Start (02b):
- [Windows Server 8 Beta Active Directory install in Workstation 2012 Tech Preview](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/05/03/windows-server-8-beta-active-directory-install-in-workstation-2012-tech-preview/) - Some days ago I was installing Windows Server 8 aka 2012 in Workstation 2012 Tech Preview. I used the default settings where I choise for Windows 8 x64 as version. I have used these VMs with the VMware Tools from the TechPreview. As soon as I try to install and configure the Active Director Domain
- [Increasing simultaneously number of Mailbox moves in Exchange 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/04/26/increasing-simultaneously-number-of-mailbox-moves-in-exchange-2010/) - Sometimes we want to minimize the time required to move all the current mailboxes available on Exchange 2003 / 2007 to Exchange 2010, and for configuring your Exchange 2010 to process high number of mailboxes move simultaneously, we need to change the default configuration, which described as follows: 1. Go to all Exchange 2010 CAS
- [DPM Migrate your protection data to a new disk](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/04/24/dpm-migrate-your-protection-data-to-a-new-disk/) - There are some cases you might need to migrate your protection data to a new disk. DPM is shipped with a Powershell script (MigrateDatasourceDataFromDPM.ps1) that allows you to migrate your protection data to new storage. First get a list of disks attached to your DPM server: Start the DPM Management Shell PS> get-dpmdisk –dpmservername WARD-DPM01
- [Kemp Loadmaster Cookbook](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/04/20/kemp-loadmaster-cookbook/) - If you use a Kemp Loadbalancer I have 3 article’s found on loadbalancerblog.com that are worth to read Check them out: Cookbook: Installing a Virtual LoadMaster (VLM) Cookbook: High Availability: From a Single to a HA System Cookbook: Finetuning the LoadMaster in 10 simple steps
- [Rollup 7 for Exchange Server 2007 SP3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/04/18/rollup-7-for-exchange-server-2007-sp3/) - The Exchange CXP team released Update Rollup 7 for Exchange Server 2007 SP3 This update contains a number of customer-reported and internally found issues since the release of SP3 RU6. See KB2655203: Description of Update Rollup 7 for Exchange Server 2007 Service Pack 3 for more details. Note: Some of the following KB articles may
- [Update Rollup 2 for Exchange Server 2010 SP2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/04/18/update-rollup-2-for-exchange-server-2010-sp2/) - The Exchange CXP team released Update Rollup 2 for Exchange Server 2010 SP2. This update contains a number of customer-reported and internally found issues since the release of SP2 RU1. See KB2661854: Description of Update Rollup 2 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 2 for more details. Note: Some of the following KB articles may
- [Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) 2012 – RTM](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/04/17/microsoft-deployment-toolkit-mdt-2012-rtm/) - A couple of hours ago, Microsoft released MDT 2012 In contains numerous bug fixes as well as support for SCCM 2007 and SCCM 2012. Improvements for All MDT Technologies The MDT improvements that affect all MDT technologies, which are discussed in a subsequent section, are as follows: Support for upgrading from previous versions of MDT
- [What is the best way to migrate PDA’s or Tablets from a legacy version of Exchange to Exchange 2010.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/04/03/what-is-the-best-way-to-migrate-pdas-or-tablets-from-a-legacy-version-of-exchange-to-exchange-2010/) - Microsoft released November 2010 a great document: Publishing Exchange Server 2010 with Forefront Unified Access Gateway 2010 and Forefront Threat Management Gateway 2010. One thing that I misted in that document: What is the best way to migrate PDA’s or Tablets from a legacy version of Exchange to Exchange 2010. In most cases you wil
- [Load Balancing Exchange 2010 Client Access Servers using an Hardware Load Balancer Solution (Kemp)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/03/30/load-balancing-exchange-2010-client-access-servers-using-an-hardware-load-balancer-solution-kemp/) - At first you need to create a casarray on Exchange 2010 Server or Servers. Configuring Client Access Array for Exchange 2010 If you want more info about Casarray and how it works read: Exploring Exchange 2010 RPC Client Access service & Demystifying the CAS Array Object - Part 1 & Demystifying the CAS Array Object
- [Set Exchange 2010 Virtual Directories](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/03/29/set-exchange-2010-virtual-directories/) - With the following following powershell commands you set al the Exchange 2010 virtual directories Set-ClientAccessServer -Identity ward-ex2010 -AutoDiscoverServiceInternalUri https://casarray.hyperv.local/Autodiscover/Autodiscover.xml Set-WebServicesVirtualDirectory -Identity "ward-ex2010\EWS (Default Web Site)"-ExternalUrl "https://webmail.wardvissers.nl/ews/exchange.asmx" -InternalUrl "https://casarray.hyperv.local/ews/exchange.asmx" Set-OABVirtualDirectory -Identity "ward-ex2010\oab (Default Web Site)" -InternalUrl http://casarray.hyperv.local/oab -ExternalUrl https://webmail.wardvissers.nl/oab Enable-OutlookAnywhere -Server ward-ex2010 -ExternalHostname "webmail.wardvissers.nl" -ClientAuthenticationMethod "Basic" -SSLOffloading:$False Set-ActiveSyncVirtualDirectory -Identity "ward-ex2010\Microsoft-Server-ActiveSync (Default Web Site)" -InternalURL https://casarray.hyperv.local/Microsoft-Server-Activesync -ExternalURL
- [HP takes the next step and provides ready-made driver packages for MDT and SCCM](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/03/28/hp-takes-the-next-step-and-provides-ready-made-driver-packages-for-mdt-and-sccm/) - HP takes the next step and provides ready-made driver packages for MDT and SCCM for the business models of notebooks, desktops and workstations. The packages can be obtained via SoftPaq Download Manager (SDM) or from the HP support website. It appears they are primarily for the current generation of products. To get the download manager,
- [MDT 2012 Feature: Item Sorting](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/03/18/mdt-2012-feature-item-sorting/) - There is a new feature in MDT 2012 RC1. It will keep the list of items (applications, drivers OS packages, task sequences) in alphabetical order. Now when you first install MDT 2012 RC1, you might notice that the items aren’t sorted right away – you have to change something in the folder first. As soon
- [VMware Workstation 2012 TechPreview](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/03/18/vmware-workstation-2012-techpreview/) - What’s new for Workstation? Installation and operation of VMware Workstation on Windows 8 and Windows Server 8 Installation and operation of Windows 8 consumer preview and Windows Server 8 in a virtual machine Rendering and graphics correctness issues on all platforms and applications Linux 3D desktop experience, particularly when using the Ubuntu 12.04 LTS Beta
- [Automatically Create Archive Mailbox when user is on specified Mailbox Database](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/03/17/automatically-create-archive-mailbox-when-user-is-on-specified-mailbox-database/) - With de following PowerShell command you create automatically archive mailbox for a user in a specified mailbox database Get-Mailbox -Database MB1 | Enable-Mailbox -Archive -ArchiveDatabase MB3 This is very when you want to create a lot of archive mailboxes in one time
- [Set al mailboxes to Mailbox Database Default Quota’s](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/03/17/set-al-mailboxes-to-mailbox-database-default-quotas/) - In Exchange Server 2010 the Exchange Management Console doesn’t provide a way to visually locate mailboxes that have no storage quota, or mailboxes that have a non-standard storage quota configured. However you can find mailbox storage quota settings quickly using the Exchange Management Shell. To list all Exchange Server 2010 mailboxes that are exempt
- [Windows Server “8” Beta Hyper-V Component Architecture Poster](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/03/14/windows-server-8-beta-hyper-v-component-architecture-poster/) - To download just click the picture
- [PowerCLI: Migrate VM’s to another VLAN/Portgroup](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/03/08/powercli-migrate-vms-to-another-vlanportgroup/) - Suppose you have several Virtual Machines running in a VLAN of which you decide they should be migrated to a new VLAN because of infrastructural changes in your network. This is only handy if the machines you are about to migrate use DHCP to get their network addresses. The first is to configure all the
- [Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) 2012 RC1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/03/07/microsoft-deployment-toolkit-mdt-2012-rc1/) - The Solution Accelerators team released Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) 2012 RC1 is available for download on Connect now. Download the MDT 2012 RC1 release now New features and enhancements: Support for Configuration Manager 2012 RC2: This update provides support for Configuration Manager 2012 RC2 releases. MDT 2012 fully leverages the capabilities provided by Configuration Manager
- [Passed VCP5…](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/02/28/passed-vcp5/) - Today I had for the second time the VCP-510 exam and this time I passed the test with 411Points
- [The word "Globale Adreslijst" in Dutch is displayed unexpectedly in breadcrumb and navigation pane in OWA in an Exchange Server 2010 SP2 environment](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/02/22/the-word-globale-adreslijst-in-dutch-is-displayed-unexpectedly-in-breadcrumb-and-navigation-pane-in-owa-in-an-exchange-server-2010-sp2-environment/) - Today Microsoft released a fix (KB2677598) for a small cosmetic imperfection which shows up when using Outlook Web Access in Dutch, after installing Service Pack 2 on Exchange 2010. Instead of showing up “Mail”, OWA displayed “Globale Adreslijst” (Global Addresslist) which might be confusing to end users. To need to download the Microsoft Exchange Server
- [Exchange 2010 SP2 RU1 Change in CAS to CAS Proxy](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/02/19/exchange-2010-sp1-ru1-change-in-cas-to-cas-proxy/) - The Exchange Team did a change in CAS to CAS proxy behavior between servers running Exchange 2010 SP2 RU1 and servers running older versions of Exchange. The SP2 RU1 package introduced a change to the user context cookie which is used in CAS-to-CAS proxying. An unfortunate side-effect is a temporary incompatibility between SP2 RU1 servers
- [Rollup 1 for Exchange Server 2010 SP2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/02/14/rollup-1-for-exchange-server-2010-sp2/) - The Exchange Team released Update Rollup 1 for Exchange Server 2010 SP2. It’s a long list with issues that are fixed in this rollup: 2465015 You cannot view or download an image on a Windows Mobile-based device that is synchronized with an Exchange Server 2010 mailbox 2492066 An automatic reply message is still sent after
- [Exchange 2010: Setting Static RPC ports when using a Kemp LoadMaster](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/02/10/exchange-2010-setting-static-rpc-ports-when-using-a-kemp-loadmaster/) - When you use a Kemp LoadMaster for Loadbalacing Exchange 2010 you need to set static RPC ports. By default Windows Server 2008 and 2008 R2 are configured with a dynamic RPC range of 49152-65535 for outbound connections. When the Exchange 2010 Client Access server role is installed on Windows Server 2008 or 2008 R2, the
- [Exchange 2010 DAG Maintance](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/02/08/exchange-2010-dag-maintance/) - When you need to performing maintenance on DAG nodes here is the process you want to go through In my environment I have two nodes in a dag. For more nodes the same process All the commands below are run in an administrative exchange powershell prompt. Type add first: cd $exscripts and press enter.
- [Enable TPM devices on HP Laptops trough MDT](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/02/01/enable-tpm-devices-on-hp-laptops-trough-mdt/) - Yes, It can be done and it is pretty simple to. Here is what you need and how you should do it. Basically, the only thing you need is “BiosConfigUtility.EXE” and a text file with settings in it, add that to the TS and it will work like a charm, :-) Step One – Get
- [Setup KMS Server for Windows Server 2008 R2 or Windows 7](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/01/24/setup-kms-server-for-windows-server-2008-r2-or-windows-7/) - Open the command prompt and run the following command: cscript c: \ Windows \ System32 \ slmgr.vbs / ipk xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx Enter the product key xxxxx Windows Server 2008 R2. It is also able to activate Windows 7. The following text appears when the command is successful. Microsoft ® Windows Script Host Version 5.7 Copyright ©
- [Rollup 6 for Exchange Server 2007 SP3.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/01/28/rollup-6-for-exchange-server-2007-sp3/) - Earlier today the Exchange team released Update Rollup 6 for Exchange Server 2007 SP3. De following list calls out the most important fixes which are included in this release: 22656040 An Exchange Server 2007 Client Access server may respond slowly or stop responding when users try to synchronize the Exchange ActiveSync devices with their mailboxes
- [Public Folder Migration from Exchange 2003 or 2007 to Exchange 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/01/23/public-folder-migration-from-exchange-2003-or-2007-to-exchange-2010/) - Step 1: Replicating Exchange 2003 or 2007 PF's to Exchange 2010 Add PF replica's to an Exchange 2010 Server: .\AddReplicaToPFRecursive.ps1 -server "Exchange 2003/2007 Server" -TopPublicFolder "\" -ServerToAdd "Exchange 2010 Server" Replicate the System Folders to an Exchange 2010 Server: .\AddReplicaToPFRecursive.ps1 -TopPublicFolder "\NON_IPM_Subtree" -ServerToAdd "exchange2010 server” If you are planning to have multiple Exchange 2010 PF
- [Exchange 2010 Outlook Mobile Update](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/01/20/exchange-2010-outlook-mobile-update/) - This guide was created to help you deploy the new Outlook Mobile update for the Windows Mobile 6.1 devices that connect to your Exchange 2010 servers. This guide focuses on Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 RTM & SP1 & SP2 and Windows Mobile 6.1, and covers the following topics: · Overview · How to configure your
- [Rollup 1 for Forefront Threat Management Gateway (TMG) 2010 Service Pack 2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/01/19/rollup-1-for-forefront-threat-management-gateway-tmg-2010-service-pack-2/) - Microsoft released Rollup 1 for Forefront Threat Management Gateway (TMG) 2010 Service Pack 2. Issues that are fixed in this rollup package: 2654016 A client may be unsuccessful in accessing a Java SSO application published to the web in a Threat Management Gateway 2010 environment 2653703 You receive an "Error: Subreport could not be shown"
- [mail-enabled public folders stopped working after installing Exchange 2010 in existing Exchange 2003 or 2007 environment](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/01/17/mail-enabled-public-folders-stopped-working-after-installing-exchange-2010-in-existing-exchange-2003-or-2007-environment/) - I recently came across the following issue while performing an Exchange 2007 to Exchange 2010 migration for a company that still heavily utilised mail-enabled public folders. The client’s Exchange environment was quite old and had been previously migrated from Exchange 5.5 to 2003 and hadn’t been properly decommissioned with the original move to 2007, but
- [Internet Explorer Stops Randomly when using TMG als proxy or Error 502 The number of HTTP requests per minute exceeded the configured limit.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/01/14/internet-explorer-stops-randomly-when-using-tmg-als-proxy-or-error-502-the-number-of-http-requests-per-minute-exceeded-the-configured-limit/) - Some users report that Internet stops Randomly. After investing i say the following error: ‘ On the TMG Management server I saw also the The number of HTTP requests per minute exceeded the configured limit. Solution: 1. Open TMG Management Console 2. Go Intrusion Prevention System 3. Flood Mitigation 4. Click on the Edit button:
- [Exchange 2007 & 2010: Current issues with Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync and Third Party Devices](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/01/11/exchange-2007-2010-current-issues-with-microsoft-exchange-activesync-and-third-party-devices/) - The following is a list of current issues observed by Microsoft Support personnel for Exchange Server 2007 and Exchange Server 2010 with third-party vendor devices. If you are using Exchange Server 2007 SP3 or Exchange Server 2010 SP1 and you are experiencing an EAS issue not listed below, contact Microsoft Support Services to investigate the
- [2011 was interesting Year](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2012/01/03/2011-was-interesting-year/) - 2011 was a great year for me from a work & private perspective. 2012 is going to be crazy as well, nice projects in prospect. All in all it was a great year and there’s a lot of cool stuff already planned for 2012!. I wanted to share a couple of cool facts with you:
- [WordPress for Android 2.0 Released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/12/28/wordpress-for-android-2-0-released/) - I love blogging. Last week was Wordpress for Android released . Now you can live blogging from your android phone. The app now features a fully refreshed UI, a new post editor with a formatting toolbar, support for Android-powered tablets, background posting, and improved stats! If you aren’t an Android user, never fear! There are
- [You cannot close the EMC window on a computer that has Internet Explorer 9 installed](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/12/14/you-cannot-close-the-emc-window-on-a-computer-that-has-internet-explorer-9-installed/) - Microsoft released the official fix for: You cannot close the EMC window on a computer that has Internet Explorer 9 installed. Windows Internet Explorer 9 installed, you start the Exchange Management Console (EMC). After you make a change and then try to close the EMC window, the window does not close. Additionally you receive the
- [MDT 2012: New Features – Hide Shell](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/12/12/mdt-2012-new-features-hide-shell/) - Here is a common scenario. You are deploying an operating system using MDT Lite Touch, during the deployment you install some user specific applications. However the users think that the deployment is completed an they close the application installs or perhaps start messing with the machine while it is still logged in as the local
- [Exchange Server 2010 SP2 Help File](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/12/07/exchange-server-2010-sp2-help-file/) - Microsoft released a standalone version of Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 SP2 Help. Download HERE
- [Teradici released Firmware 3.5.0 for PCoIP Zero Clients and PCoIP Host Cards & PCoIP Management Console 1.7.0](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/12/07/teradici-released-firmware-3-5-0-for-pcoip-zero-clients-and-pcoip-host-cards-pcoip-management-console-1-7-0/) - Teradici released a new PCoIP zero client and host card firmware and the PCoIP Management Console. The following releases are now available for download on the Teradici support site (techsupport.teradici.com): Firmware 3.5.0 for PCoIP Zero Clients and PCoIP Host Cards. PCoIP Management Console 1.7.0 Firmware 3.5.0 update includes key feature enhancements including: USB2.0 with VMware
- [Exchange 2010 SP2 RTM](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/12/05/exchange-2010-sp2-rtm/) - Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 2 (SP2) has been released, raising the Exchange version number to 14.2.247.5. You can download Exchange 2010 SP2 here. For those still unaware, the 530Mb+ file (1,4 GB extracted) contains the full set of binaries; you can use it to upgrade existing RTM or SP1 installations or deploy new Exchange
- [VMware Workstation 8.0.1 Released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/11/20/vmware-workstation-8-0-1-released/) - What's New Highlights of VMware Workstation 8.0.1 functionality include: Graphics performance and compatibility enhancements. Improvements in creating and using shared virtual machines and remote virtual machines. Ubuntu 11.10 is officially supported as a guest operating system. Disk and memory management issues have been addressed. Many customer-reported issues have been resolved. VMware Workstation 8.0.1 is a
- [MDT 2012 Beta 2 Monitoring](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/11/15/mdt-2012-beta-2-monitoring/) - Today I upgraded a MDT 2010 installation to MDT 2012 Beta 2. One of the new features is monitoring To Configure monitoring you find a tab Monitoring on properties of the Deployment Share. You must set a V Enable monitoring of this deployment share Under the root of the Deployment Share u see now Monitoring.
- [MDT 2012 Beta 2 Released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/11/14/mdt-2012-beta-2-released/) - The latest version of MDT is now available on Connect (Join the MDT 2012 Beta 2 Connect program here!) MDT 2012 Beta 2 offers new User-Driven Installation components and extensibility for Configuration Manager 2007 and Configuration Manager 2012 as well as integration with the Microsoft Diagnostics and Recovery Toolkit (DaRT) for Lite Touch Installation remote
- [VMware PowerCLI Configure Multipath Policy](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/11/10/vmware-powercli-configure-multipath-policy/) - Today i needed to configure the Multipath Policy from “Most Recently Used” to “Round Robin (VMware) on our vSphere 4.1 and HP EVA4400 environment. After reading “Configuration best practices for HP StorageWorks Enterprise Virtual Array (EVA) family and VMware vSphere 4” I decided to change the path status To check the status of the Multipath
- [VMware View XP persistent disk can not save outlook.ost c:\document and settings\…..](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/11/03/vmware-view-xp-persistent-disk-can-not-save-outlook-ost-cdocument-and-settings/) - I'm busy with created a new a new pool with presentment disks. The View desktops we've got setup are using linked clones and persistent disks which map to the D:\ in the users sessions. Of course this means the users profile is loaded to the D:\ instead of C:\ in the virtual desktops. My issue
- [Rollup 6 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/10/31/rollup-6-for-exchange-server-2010-service-pack-1/) - The Exchange CXP team released Update Rollup 6 for Exchange Server 2010 SP1 to the Download Center. This update contains a number of customer-reported and internally found issues since the release of SP1. See 'KB 2608646: Description of Update Rollup 6 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 1' for more details. This update contains a
- [New VMware View Clients for iPad, Android and Cius ;)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/10/28/new-vmware-view-clients-for-ipad-android-and-cius/) - The new VMware View Client for iPad is out and it offers some great new features including an innovative new presentation mode supporting Apple AirPlay. More on this shortly… VMware View makes it easy to extend to your users the opportunity to work where you want and on the device they choose. Today, we are
- [DPM force removal agent from server](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/10/27/dpm-force-removal-agent-from-server/) - Error: How to Uninstall a Protection Agent http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/bb809113.aspx Remove DPM agent from the DPM agent console http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ff634203.aspx Removing a Protected Computer Remove-ProductionServer.ps1 -DPMServername [DPMServerName] -PSName [ProtectedComputerName]
- [DPM cannot create a backup because Windows Server Backup (WSB) on the protected computer encountered an error (WSB Event ID: 521, WSB Error Code: 0x807800A1).](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/10/26/dpm-cannot-create-a-backup-because-windows-server-backup-wsb-on-the-protected-computer-encountered-an-error-wsb-event-id-521-wsb-error-code-0x807800a1/) - Error: The following alert became inactive at 27-9-2011 3:15:52. Status: Inactive Data source type: Data source: System Protection Computer: Description: Last 1 recovery points not created. DPM cannot create a backup because Windows Server Backup (WSB) on the protected computer encountered an error (WSB Event ID: 521, WSB Error Code: 0x807800A1). For more information,
- [DPM DCOM was unable to communicate with the computer <servername> using any of the configured protocols or A DPM agent failed to communicate with the DPM service on <servername> because of a communication error.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/10/25/dpm-dcom-was-unable-to-communicate-with-the-computer-servername-using-any-of-the-configured-protocols-or-a-dpm-agent-failed-to-communicate-with-the-dpm-service-on-servername-because-of/) - Windows 2008 R2 DCOM was unable to communicate with the computer using any of the configured protocols. Windows 2003 R2 A DPM agent failed to communicate with the DPM service on because of a communication error. Make sure that is remotely accessible from the computer running the DPM agent. If a firewall is
- [Running Windows Update on a TMG Firewall Fails with Result Code 80072EE2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/10/24/running-windows-update-on-a-tmg-firewall-fails-with-result-code-80072ee2/) - Recently I have encountered a problem with the Windows Update client on a server with Forefront Threat Management Gateway (TMG) 2010 installed. The Error is: Windows could not search for new updates with error code: 80072EE2. When this occurs, Malware Inspection and Network Inspection Systems signature updates are received without issue. To resolve this issue,
- [Microsoft Lync Server 2010 Capacity Calculator](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/10/22/microsoft-lync-server-2010-capacity-calculator/) -  A handy spreadsheet for calculating a user’s hardware requirements based on information that the administrator supplies about number of users, types of communication and expected traffic has been made available by Microsoft. The download available by clicking here and the corresponding Microsoft Word document explains the tool and how to use it.
- [Exchange Management Console & IE9 issue fixed](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/10/21/exchange-management-console-ie9-issue-fixed/) - The Exchange team made a fix available a fix to solve the issues when using the Management Console of Exchange 2007 or 2010 in conjunction with Internet Explorer 9. As you probably know, when using Internet Explorer 9 you can’t close the Exchange Management Console properly as it gives you the error “You must close
- [I ♥ View 5 t-shirt](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/10/09/i-view-5-t-shirt/) - Yesterday I found I ♥ View 5 T-Shirt at my Postbus. Thank you VMware Nederland for the T-Shirt
- [Migrate from Exchange Public Folders to Microsoft Office 365](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/10/06/migrate-from-exchange-public-folders-to-microsoft-office-365/) - Exchange public folders are widely used in on-premises Exchange environments. However, Microsoft® Exchange Online does not support customer usage scenarios of public folders. If you or your customers are using Exchange public folders, there are special considerations for migrating to Microsoft Office 365. This document outlines these considerations, discusses the most common public folder scenarios
- [Really Nice Overview What's New in Exchange Server 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/09/28/really-nice-overview-whats-new-in-exchange-server-2010/) - The Exchange Team created a really nice overview about What’s New in Exchange Server 2010. Just Click on the Picture go to the Exchange Team site about What’s New in Exchange Server 2010.
- [vSphere 5 Reference Card](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/09/27/vsphere-5-reference-card/) - Forbes Guthrie created a vSphere 5 Reference Card. The VMware documentation is about 1700 pages, but fortunately these notes are packed down into about 50 pages. They’re all excerpts take directly from the official VMware PDFs. This makes it great to study from, as the VCP questions are often taken straight from their documentation. I
- [DPM Error 30126 DPM could not find find a valid recovery point on disk Or ‘Replica Inconsistent’ showing against System State and Bare Metal Recovery on Protected Server](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/09/26/dpm-error-30126-dpm-could-not-find-find-a-valid-recovery-point-on-disk-or-replica-inconsistent-showing-against-system-state-and-bare-metal-recovery-on-protected-server/) - This error normally occurs due to one of the following two possible causes: Not enough disk space is available on the protected machine to store a backup of the system state files The Windows Server Backup feature is not installed on the protected machine (Windows 2008 or Windows 2008 R2) Solution: Simply install the Windows
- [Exchange 2007 SP3 Update Rollup 5](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/09/22/exchange-2007-sp3-update-rollup-5/) - Today the Exchange Team released Rollup 5 for Exchange Server 2007 Service Pack 3 (KB2602324). This update raises Exchange 2007 version number to 8.3.213.1. Here’s the list of changes included in this rollup: 981820 New X-headers of a message item do not appear when the message item is retrieved by IMAP4 or by POP3 in
- [Free Quest vWorkspace Desktop Optimizer](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/09/22/free-quest-vworkspace-desktop-optimizer/) - Quest vWorkspace Desktop Optimizer is a free tool to optimize the virtual desktop. Blindly deploying entirely the same Windows desktop image that was used for the physical desktops is not the smartest thing to do. Running Windows in a VDI environment requires a decent amount of optimizing. This optimizing is nothing new. Quest has been
- [Optimizing Windows 7 Images for use in VDI](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/09/21/optimizing-windows-7-images-for-use-in-vdi/) - One of our MCS deployment guys in the UK – Jonathan Bennett (you may know Jonathan as the author of the autoit tools and GImageX) has developed a tool for configuring Windows 7/Windows Vista/Server 2008 images for use in a VDI environment. The tool called VDI Optimizer outputs a VBScript (based on the selections you
- [The Deployment Guys released Deployment Mindmaps](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/09/21/the-deployment-guys-released-deployment-mindmaps/) - "Why deployment is so hard?", “Where can I find all related information?” What else I need to consider?” Those or similar questions are normal during my any projects. After getting the same questions again and again, The Deployment Guys decided to create a Mindmap with all common links you need to know if you in
- [Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Performance on vSphere 5](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/09/16/microsoft-exchange-server-2010-performance-on-vsphere-5/) - A white paper has been published that examines how Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 performs on vSphere 5 in terms of scaling up (adding more virtual CPUs) and scaling out (adding more VMs). Having the choice to scale up or out while maintaining a positive user experience gives IT more flexibility to right-size system deployments and
- [VMware Workstation 8](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/09/15/vmware-workstation-8/) - What's New This release of VMware Workstation adds the following new features and support. Installation Changes and Enhanced Keyboards Virtual Hardware Improvements New User Interface What Happened to Teams? Shared Virtual Machines and AutoStart Remote Connections Upload to vSphere Documentation Changes Installation Changes and Enhanced Keyboards The hardware requirements to install this version of Workstation
- [Microsoft Lync Server 2010 Protocol Workloads Poster](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/09/07/microsoft-lync-server-2010-protocol-workloads-poster/) - This poster shows each workload in Lync Server 2010, describing relationships, dependencies, the servers that initiate connections, and certificate requirements. Relationships between Microsoft Lync 2010 communications software, Microsoft Lync 2010 Phone Edition, Microsoft Office Live Meeting 2007, Microsoft Lync Web App, and other communications software are also described. SIP and XMPP connection patterns are shown
- [Upgrade ESXi 4.0 to ESXi 4.1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/09/07/upgrade-esxi-4-0-to-esxi-4-1/) - 1. You need vSphere CLI - Download Here For Windows or Linux and install on your workstation. 2. Download the Upgrade Package for 4.0 to 4.1 3. Power off your VM's and put the host into maintenance mode 4. From the vSphere CLI prompt vihostupdate.pl --server hostname or IP -i –b d:\downloads\upgrade-from-ESXi4.0-to-4.1.0-0.0.260247-release.zip -B ESXi410-GA
- [RSA Authentication manager 7.1 Bug](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/09/07/rsa-authentication-manager-7-1-bug/) - RSA Authentication manager 7.1 has a nasty bug in it that I ran into recently. When running RSA Authentication Manager 7.1 on Windows it creates 1 or 2 .sql file every minute containing SQL Statements. They build up very quickly and are not removed by RSA by default. In time this could lead into serious
- [VMware View 5 is released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/08/30/vmware-view-5-is-released/) - The VMware View created a funny video to celebrate the release of View 5. Check out the Video And off Course the New features in View 5: PCoIP WAN performance optimization – Improvements on PCoIP protocol performance in low-bandwidth WAN environments. Users who connect to their desktops over an external WAN have enhanced desktop experience.
- [VMware vSphere 5 ready for download](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/08/25/vmware-vsphere-5-ready-for-download/) - VMware vSphere 5.0 is there. You can download the Software using the links below VMware ESXi 5.0 (Build 469512) VMware vCenter 5.0 (Build 456005) VMware Data Recovery 2.0 (Build 433157) vSphere Storage Appliance 1.0 VMware vShield Zones for vSphere 5 (Build 216288)
- [HP Sizer for Microsoft Exchange Server 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/08/25/hp-sizer-for-microsoft-exchange-server-2010/) - At the moment I am busy to design a Exchange 2010 environment. The customer where I going to implement Exchange 2010 use only HP equipment. A great tool is the HP sizer for Exchange 2010. About the HP Sizer tool: Microsoft® Exchange Server 2010 is a complex application that requires intensive knowledge of deployment strategies,
- [VMware vSphere 5.0 Product Documentation](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/08/25/vmware-vsphere-5-0-product-documentation/) - New Features and Release Notes What's New in VMware vSphere 5.0 VMware vSphere 5.0 Release Notes Compatibility and Configuration Limits Hardware, Host, and Guest Operating System Compatibility Guides VMware Product Interoperability Matrix Configuration Maximums for VMware vSphere 5.0 ESXi and vCenter Server Product Documentation VMware vSphere Basics Guide html pdf epub mobi vSphere Installation and
- [The Microsoft TechNet Gallery](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/08/24/the-microsoft-technet-gallery/) - The Microsoft Technet Gallery is the place where not only just scripts but many other technical resources for Microsoft products including App-V, Exchange, and System Center. If you like scripts, management packs, utilities, and extensions are important for your success, you’ll definitely want to bookmark this one.
- [The VCP5 Mock Exam is available](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/08/24/the-vcp5-mock-exam-is-available/) - VMware has released the mock exam for VCP on vSphere 5. The VCP5 mock exam consist of 30 questions and is available here. The official VCP5 exam can be scheduled at the end of this month.
- [Windows Anti-Virus Exclusion List](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/08/24/windows-anti-virus-exclusion-list/) - One place on the web where you can find an updated list of ALL the AV exclusions you might want to configure for Windows Server. Enterprise Configuration Recommendations: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/822158 Windows: KB822158 Virus scanning recommendations for Enterprise computers that are running currently supported versions of Windows Windows / Active Directory: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/822158 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/837932 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/943556 Cluster: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/250355
- [Rollup 5 for Exchange 2010 SP1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/08/24/rollup-5-for-exchange-2010-sp1/) - This update contains a number of customer-reported and internally found issues since the release of SP1. See 'KB 2582113: Description of Update Rollup 5 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 1' for more details. We want to let you know this rollup contains the Exchange 2010 SP1 version of the change described in this KB
- [VMWare View MultiMonitor not working with a Zero Client](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/08/23/vmware-view-multimonitor-not-working-with-a-zero-client/) - At the customer where I work there was a college, he wants to use 2 monitors on his view workplace. We use the Wyse P20 zero client. Step 1 was to config the VMware View Desktop Pool Multiple Monitor Support Ensure your desktop pool is configured to support 2 monitors. Sign into the VMware View
- [Data Protection Manager 2010 error ID 30140 Details: Internal error code: 0x80990D11](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/08/22/data-protection-manager-2010-error-id-30140-details-internal-error-code-0x80990d11/) - I get the following error in DPM Management console on a SQL2000 server that is protected with DPM 2010 Affected area: Occurred since: 8/20/2011 4:01:13 AM Description: Recovery point creation jobs for SQL Server 2000 database ?????? on ???? have been failing. The number of failed recovery point creation jobs = 3. If the datasource
- [Free eBook: Microsoft Office 365: Connect and Collaborate Virtually Anywhere, Anytime](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/08/18/free-ebook-microsoft-office-365-connect-and-collaborate-virtually-anywhere-anytime/) - Microsoft released Microsoft Office 365: Connect and Collaborate Virtually Anywhere, Anytime (ISBN 9780735656949), by Katherine Murray, as a free eBook. To download your free PDF eBook, click here or click on the picture. Updates to this eBook, as well as additional eBook formats, will become available in the future, so check this blog for updates.
- [Microsoft Datacenter Tour: Where is the Microsoft Cloud](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/08/16/microsoft-datacenter-tour-where-is-the-microsoft-cloud/) - This video will provide a deeper look at how Microsoft uses secure, reliable, scalable and efficient best practices to deliver over 200 cloud services to more than a billion customers and 20 million businesses in over 70 countries.It provides an understanding at how we view our end-to-end cloud strategy from an infrastructure perspective.
- [Preventing Automatic Service Pack 1 Update to Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/08/16/preventing-automatic-service-pack-1-update-to-windows-7-and-windows-server-2008-r2/) - Microsoft began to distribute Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1 (SP1) as a high-priority update through Automatic Updates. However, as with most large corporate environments, IT organizations may want to delay the introduction of a new Service Pack until they have tested compatibility with internal applications and sites. Microsoft created a
- [IMCEAMAILTO issue causing "Delivery has failed .."](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/08/16/imceamailto-issue-causing-delivery-has-failed/) - In Outlook 2007, when a user does a reply to some emails the E-mail Type: changes from the normal SMTP to MAILTO and then when the user sends the email it is rejected because either Outlook or our Exchange server is adding @domain.nl to the end of the recipient’s email address. This also happens with
- [MMC could not create the snap-in. CLSID: FX:{18ea3f92-d6aa-41d9-a205-2023400c8fbb} error](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/08/11/mmc-could-not-create-the-snap-in-clsid-fx18ea3f92-d6aa-41d9-a205-2023400c8fbb-error/) - I was able to solve this problem by the procedure below. 1. Navigate to the following directory: x64 OS C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework64\v2.0.50727\CONFIG x86 C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v2.0.50727\CONFIG 2. Copy the 'machine.config' file to desktop just in case before you go to 3rd step. 3. Rename machine.config to machine.config.old which is locating in the directory above. That's it
- [VMware View Bootcamp](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/07/20/vmware-view-bootcamp/) - VMware is organizing a nine-part VMware View Bootcamp: every day a new video is published for you to view. At the end of this bootcamp, you will have a good understanding of the VMware View solution, how to roll it out and how to optimize View in your environment. A free e-book of all the
- [MDT Restricting the available Task Sequences by user](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/08/05/mdt-restricting-the-available-task-sequences-by-user/) - Within DeploymentWorkbench go to Deployment Shares\\Task Sequences. Organize the available task sequences into folders. Task sequences that aren't in a folder can't be restricted. Within DeploymentWorkbench go to Deployment Shares\\Advanced Configuration\Selection Profiles. Create a new selection profile and at “Select the folders that should be included in this selection profile” select the folders below Task
- [VMware vSphere 5.0 Documentation](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/08/05/vmware-vsphere-5-0-documentation/) - VMware vSphere™ 5.0 (“vSphere”) introduces many improvements and new features to extend the benefits and capabilities of vSphere 4.1. These advancements build on the core capacities in vSphere to provide improved scalability; better performance; and easier provisioning, monitoring and troubleshooting. This paper focuses on the following new features and enhancements: • Virtual machine enhancements •
- [Build your own book of TechNet articles](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/08/04/build-your-own-book-of-technet-articles/) - The build-a-book process is a new TechNet feature and is currently in a beta release. It's now available to you in the Microsoft TechNet Library. We encourage you to try it out. Here’s some instructions: Get ready. You'll need: A recent browser. Internet Explorer 8 and Internet Explorer 9 work, as do other recent versions
- [Update Rollup 4 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/06/22/update-rollup-4-for-exchange-server-2010-service-pack-1-kb2509910/) - Microsoft has released Update Rollup 4 for Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 1 (SP1) Update Rollup 4 for Exchange Server 2010 SP1 resolves the issues that are described in the following Microsoft Knowledge Base (KB) articles: 2537099 "80040154" error message when you try to configure external Client Access namespaces on an Exchange Server 2010
- [Microsoft Lync Server 2010 Documentation Help File](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/07/21/microsoft-lync-server-2010-documentation-help-file/) - Microsoft released a new Lync Server 2010 Documentation Help File. What is changed a have no idea. But you can download the file HERE
- [New Blogger in Town Exchange Dude](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/07/20/new-blogger-in-town-exchange-dude/) - A college of me Alexander Carlucci has decide to go blogging . His blog is named Exchange Dude and the address is: www.exchangedude.net He blogs also about Exchange & Lync . I say go check out his blog
- [System Center Operations Manager 2012 Beta is released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/07/19/system-center-operations-manager-2012-beta-is-released/) - Overview System Center Operations Manager 2012 provides the monitoring component of cloud and datacenter solutions, to help you manage your datacenter and cloud environments by: Delivering flexible and cost effective enterprise-class monitoring and diagnostics while reducing the total cost of ownership by leveraging commodity hardware, with standard configurations to monitor heterogeneous environments. Helping to ensure
- [DPM 2010 Data Protection Manager Error ID 316 on DPM Server or DPMRA Event id 85 on Workgroup Client](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/07/18/dpm-2010-data-protection-manager-error-id-316-on-dpm-server-or-dpmra-event-id-85-on-client/) - DPM 2010 Data Protection Manager Error ID: 316 or DPMRA Event id 85 Solution: On the protected server running the DPM agent SetDpmServer.exe -dpmServerName YOURDPMSERVER -isNonDomainServer –updatePassword On the DPM server Update-NonDomainServerInfo –PSName YOURPROTECTEDDPMSERVER –dpmServerName YOURDPMSERVER
- [VMware Compliance Checker for vSphere](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/07/18/vmware-compliance-checker-for-vsphere/) - Download the Compliance Checker HERE
- [DPM 2010 System State of Bare Metal Recovery Fail on Windows 2008 R2  or Windows 7](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/07/18/dpm-2010-system-state-of-bare-metal-recovery-fail-on-windows-2008-r2-or-windows-7/) - When you check the event log of de server you see a event 517. Name: Microsoft-Windows-Backup Source: Microsoft-Windows-Backup Date: date Event ID: 5 Task Category: None Level: Error Keywords: User: username Computer: computer name Description: The backup operation that started at time has failed with following error code '2155347997' (The operation ended before completion.). Please
- [Rollup 4 for Exchange Server 2007 Service Pack 3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/07/07/rollup-4-for-exchange-server-2007-service-pack-3/) - Microsoft has Rollup 4 for Exchange Server 2007 Service Pack 3 released. Fixes: 2531208 You cannot synchronize a folder hierarchy by using Outlook for Mac 2011 in an Exchange Server 2007 SP3 environment 2528437 EWS applications cannot connect to Exchange Server 2007 servers after you make changes on accepted domains 2521063 You are incorrectly displayed
- [ThinApp VMware View 4.6 Client](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/07/01/thinapp-vmware-view-4-6-client/) - Reboot and then setup continues Edit Package.ini Add the following line under: [VMware View Client.exe] Source=%ProgramFilesDir%\VMware\VMware View\Client\bin\wswc.exe ;Change ReadOnlyData to bin\Package.ro.tvr to build with old versions(4.6.0 or earlier) of tools ReadOnlyData=Package.ro.tvr WorkingDirectory=%ProgramFilesDir%\VMware\VMware View\Client\bin\ ObjectTypes=VMware_VDM_Client;VMware_VDM_Client.1 Shortcuts=%Desktop%;%Programs%\VMware;%AppData%\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Quick Launch Commandline=%ProgramFilesDir%\VMware\VMware View\Client\bin\wswc –serverurl viewdemo.wardvissers.nl
- [Deploy FlipShare](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/06/28/deploy-flipshare/) - When you want to deploy FlipShare you can get the last software version HERE. When you install FlipShare he extracts the package to user temp folder. There you wil find the flipshare.msi file. You need a msi editor to edit the package. Instedit is free tool. When you open the flipshare.msi file with Instedit you
- [MDT 2010 WSUS deployment Error  0x80244019](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/06/24/mdt-2010-wsus-deployment-error-0x80244019/) - I added so as always WSUSServer=http://ward-bh01 to customsettings.ini When the deploying the image I get de following error The Error Solution: Ad the Port number to de WSUSServer address in customsettings.ini. In my case it was 8530. Because the WSUS site was running on that port number see the pictures WSUSServer=http://ward-bh01:8530
- [Wyse® P20 release 3.40 Firmware Management Software WDM Package](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/06/24/wyse-p20-release-3-40-firmware-management-software-wdm-package/) - There is a new Software for the Wyse P20 Client. There a new Firmware, WDM Package and Management Software for the P20 Client You can read the release notes Here. Downloads: Wyse P20 Firmware Management software for P20 Wyse P20 WDM package
- [Office 365 Handy Documents](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/06/22/office-365-handy-documents/) - Some handy white papers about Office 365 Security in Office 365 White Paper Microsoft Office 365 Deployment Guide for Enterprises Office 365 Guides for professionals and small businesses
- [The “Exchange Server 2010 Technical Video Series” on TechCenter](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/06/22/the-exchange-server-2010-technical-video-series-on-techcenter/) - The Microsoft Exchange team has produced a new portfolio of videos designed to give customers a fundamental technical education on Exchange Server 2010. The objective of the video series is to provide an introductory curriculum for IT professionals to learn more about the benefits of Exchange Server 2010. While TechNet provides great technical documentation at
- [VMware vCloud Director Overview](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/06/22/vmware-vcloud-director-overview/) - Using VMware vCloud™ Director. Overview of the web interface, virtual datacenters, vApps, virtual machines (VM's), and catalogs
- [Microsoft Active Directory Topology Diagrammer](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/06/14/microsoft-active-directory-topology-diagrammer/) - The Microsoft Active Directory Topology Diagrammer reads an Active Directory configuration using LDAP, and then automatically generates a Visio diagram of your Active Directory and /or your Exchange Server topology. The diagramms may include domains, sites, servers, organizational units, DFS-R, administrative groups, routing groups and connectors and can be changed manually in Visio if needed.
- [Microsoft Office 365 Jump Start](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/06/11/microsoft-office-365-jump-start/) - The Microsoft Office 365 Jumpstart series provides an excellent perspective of the overall value Office 365 provides to modern organizations in terms of productivity, access, familiarity, security, control and reliability. Office 365 Jump Start (01): Microsoft Office 365 Overview for IT Pros Office 365 Jump Start (02): Deploying Clients For Office 365 Office 365 Jump
- [Exchange Video’s from TechEd North America 2011](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/06/08/exchange-videos-from-teched-north-america-2011/) - Some interesting video’s from TechEd North America 2011 about Exchange 2010 EXL302 Archiving and Discovery in Microsoft Exchange 2010 SP1 and Exchange Online | Krish Sundaresan EXL306 Best Practices for Virtualization of Microsoft Exchange 2010 | Jim Lucey, Jeff Mealiffe EXL307 Load Balancing with Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 | Andrew Ehrensing EXL309 Microsoft Exchange Online
- [Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) 2012 Beta 1 Available](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/06/06/microsoft-deployment-toolkit-mdt-2012-beta-1-available/) - Microsoft has just released as a public beta the newest version of Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) 2012 with a few important updates: Supporting System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) 2012. Using Lite Touch Installation (LTI), great improvements in the client side look-n-feel. Also for LTI, behind-the-scenes enhancements for partitioning, UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface), and user
- [Kemp LoadMaster Sizing Guide for MS Exchange 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/06/06/kemp-loadmaster-sizing-guide-for-ms-exchange-2010/) - Kemp released a cool tool: LoadMaster Sizing Guide for MS Exchange to see which of our products is best for you. Some info about Kemp: KEMP LoadMaster combines versatility with ease-of-use to speed deployment (see our step-by-step guidelines in the LoadMaster Deployment Guide for Load Balancing MS Exchange 2010) of the complete portfolio of advanced
- [Microsoft Assessment and Planning (MAP) 6.0 Beta: Accelerate the adoption of Microsoft private and public cloud platforms](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/06/06/microsoft-assessment-and-planning-map-6-0-beta-accelerate-the-adoption-of-microsoft-private-and-public-cloud-platforms/) - Planning your journey to the cloud just got a bit easier. The next release of the Microsoft Assessment and Planning (MAP) Toolkit—version 6.0 Beta—includes assessment capabilities to evaluate workloads for both public and private cloud platforms. With MAP 6.0 Beta, you now have the ability to identify workloads and estimate the infrastructure size and resources
- [ActiveSync Random Password Prompts Fixed](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/05/22/activesync-random-password-prompts-fixed/) - Some users were getting random prompts for passwords in ActiveSync on Windows Mobile 6.1 & 6.5 en Windows Phone 7. Environment: Exchange 2007, and TMG and Kemp Load balancers, but this problem showed up months after changing ISA 2006 to TMG. It seemed random. The error on ActiveSync was the generic: Error: please log in
- [Thinapp Error: Target .dat does not exist or is not data container because it does not have a ReadOnlyData= Setting](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/05/22/thinapp-error-target-dat-does-not-exist-or-is-not-data-container-because-it-does-not-have-a-readonlydata-setting/) - I had a problem with a Thinapp Capture: Target .dat does not exist or is not data container because it does not have a ReadOnlyData= Setting The executable "chemiekaarten 2011.exe" links to a primairy datacontainer "Chemiekaarten.dat". Deze wordt niet gevonden in package.ini Delete the following rule Shortcut= after [chemiekaarten 2011.exe] at package.ini and add the
- [Windows Phone app for the Exchange Team Blog](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/05/15/windows-phone-app-for-the-exchange-team-blog/) - The Exchange Team Blog” app for your Windows Phone. You can download it from here or directly from the Marketplace on your Windows Phone. The app allows you to read our blog posts on the go. Some notable features are: Favorite posts you love and refer them quickly Follow our tweets from the same app
- [System Center Data Protection Manager 2010 Doesn’t Detect Tape Drives In Library](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/05/13/system-center-data-protection-manager-2010-doesnt-detect-tape-drives-in-library/) - I’ve used System Center Data Protection Manager (DPM) since the 2007 beta, primarily for SharePoint and SQL backups & Exchange Backups. At a customer they have one DPM server which backs up to disk and additionally to a HP MSL2024 Tape Library for long term protection. The runs Windows Server 2008 R2 with DPM 2010
- [DPM 2010 Fix: Disk based recovery points are not deleted as per retention goals](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/05/10/dpm-2010-fix-disk-based-recovery-points-are-not-deleted-as-per-retention-goals/) - When using System Center Data Protection Manager 2007 or 2010 (DPM) to backup your production servers, you might encounter a situation where the recovery point volumes for your protected data source keep running out of space and the number of days that DPM has recovery points for exceeds the desired retention range. If you run
- [Microsoft Office 365 Deployment Readiness Tool](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/05/09/microsoft-office-365-deployment-readiness-tool/) - The Office 365 Deployment Readiness Tool provides analysis of your on-premises environment in preparation for an Office 365 enterprise deployment. The readiness tool is integrated with the guidance provided in the web edition of the Microsoft Office 365 Beta Deployment Guide. Download HERE I run the tool in my test environment. See below the results
- [How to create a Windows 7 x86 or x64 WMI Filter](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/05/06/how-to-create-a-windows-7-x86-or-x64-wmi-filter/) - I want to deploy some applications to different OS versions. I created some WMI filters. I added the right Group Policy to the right WMI filter. Target Win 7 32 bit machines: select * from Win32_OperatingSystem WHERE Version like "6.1%" AND ProductType="1" AND NOT OSArchitecture = "64-bit" Target Win 7 64Bit machines: select * from
- [Add a MSN user to Lync Online & Office 365](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/05/05/add-a-msn-user-to-lync-online-office-365/) - Today I have a relax day working from home . I have some time to play with Office 365 & Lync Online I wonderd if there was a way to add a msn user to my Lync while using Lync Online. I added my own msn account on lync. On MSN Messenger I get the
- [GAL Photos in Exchange 2010 and Outlook 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/05/05/gal-photos-in-exchange-2010-and-outlook-2010/) - With Microsoft Exchange 2010 and Outlook 2010 & Lync & Sharepoint 2010 you can finally get photos into your global address list (GAL) and see just who’s who on your emails. You can do this on 2 way’s 1. Using Powershell A minor schema change First stop, the AD Schema. A minor schema modification is
- [How Should Your Organization Deploy Microsoft® Exchange?](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/05/05/how-should-your-organization-deploy-microsoft-exchange/) - Microsoft released a white paper how to deploy Microsoft Exchange: as Exchange Server 2010 on-premises, Exchange Online with Microsoft Office 365 in the cloud, or using both in a temporary or permanent hybrid scenario. Knowing the benefits and limitations of each deployment option can help you make the right decision for your organization. Whatever
- [Microsoft Virtualization for VMware Professionals Jump Start](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/04/26/microsoft-virtualization-for-vmware-professionals-jump-start/) - The “Microsoft Virtualization for VMware Professionals” Jump Start is specially tailored for VMware and Microsoft virtualization technology pros. This cutting-edge course features expert instruction and real-world demonstrations of Hyper-V, many components of the System Center Suite, including VMM 2012, and a myriad of VDI solutions. This course is designed for Data Center Managers, IT Professionals,
- [Hotfix Rollup 3 for Forefront Protection for Exchange Server](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/04/22/hotfix-rollup-3-for-forefront-protection-for-exchange-server/) - Microsoft released Hotfix Rollup 3 for Forefront Protection for Exchange Server (KB2538719). Here’s the list of fixes included in this rollup: Mail queues and sluggish Exchange/Outlook performance Increased “Available Disk Space” Health Point threshold to 250MB Error: The DNS Blocklist lookup domain blocklist.messaging.microsoft.com could not be contacted The Exchange Information store crashes with Forefront
- [DPM 2010 Enabling/Disabling co-location of data on Tape](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/04/21/dpm-2010-enablingdisabling-co-location-of-data-on-tape/) - With this feature, you can achieve better tape utilization by co-locating data from multiple protection groups with similar retention range. This feature is disabled by default. You can use following PowerShell commands to enable and disable tape co-location. Enable Tape co-location: Set-DPMGlobalProperty -DpmServer -OptimizeTapeUsage $true After data co-location has been enabled, DPM
- [Issue with MDT 2010 Update 1 and Windows AIK for Windows 7 SP1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/04/18/issue-with-mdt-2010-update-1-and-windows-aik-for-windows-7-sp1/) - With the release of the Windows AIK for Windows 7 SP1 supplement (see Windows AIK for Windows 7 SP1 Released for details), there is a new version 3.1 version of Windows PE available. If you plan to install this update, you need to be aware of an issue when using this with MDT 2010 Update
- [Windows Server 2008 R2 Hyper-V SP1 Component Architecture  Poster](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/04/15/windows-server-2008-r2-hyper-v-sp1-component-architecture-poster/) - This poster provides a visual reference for understanding key Hyper-V technologies in Windows Server 2008 R2 Service Pack 1. It focuses on architecture, snapshots, live migration, virtual networking, storage, RemoteFX and Dynamic Memory. To download the poster click on the picture
- [Exchange 2010 Exchange Server name appears as Instance – <GUID>](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/02/10/exchange-2010-exchange-server-name-appears-as-instance-guid/) - Current Status: Issue - no issue A few customers, partners, and individual folks in the Exchange community have reported that a few of the Exchange 2010 users running Outlook 2003 randomly have issues connecting to their mailbox. After examining the mail profile in Outlook 2003, you can see the Exchange server name appears as Instance-
- [Exchange 2010 lack support for UDP Notifications](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/03/01/exchange-2010-lack-support-for-udp-notifications/) - Current Status: Issue with mitigation Important With Exchange 2010 SP1 RU3 UDP notifications is being re-added to to Exchange 2010 (read more here). This means that the below symptoms will be resolved, once Exchange 2010 SP1 RU3 becomes available in March 2011. With Exchange Server 2010, there is no longer support for User Datagram Protocol
- [Hyper-V Server 2008 R2 SP1 ready for download](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/04/15/hyper-v-server-2008-r2-sp1-ready-for-download/) - Hyper-V Server 2008 R2 with SP1 included is now ready for download: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?FamilyID=92e2c4ba-6965-4f8e-abbe-cbb40556b680
- [Deploying Windows Server 2003 R2 using MDT 2008](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/01/18/deploying-windows-server-2003-r2-using-mdt-2008/) - 1. Voeg in MDT onder Operating System de Windows 2003 R2 CD1 toe. Maak hier voor ook gelijk een Task toe. Locatie in mijn geval: D:DistributionOperating SystemsWindows Server 2003 R2 Enterprise SP2 Eng x86 2. Maak de volgende structuur lijkend op deze D:Distribution -Operating System --Windows Server 2003 R2 Enterprise SP2 Eng x86 ---$OEM$ ----$1
- [Exchange 2010 SP1 Network Ports Diagram](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/04/13/exchange-2010-sp1-network-ports-diagram/) - Very Handy
- [System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2012 Beta Evaluation](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/04/01/system-center-virtual-machine-manager-2012-beta-evaluation/) - System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2012 delivers industry leading fabric managment, virtual machine management and services deployment in private cloud environments. Virtual Machine Manager 2012 offers key new features that include hypervisor creation and management, network management, storage management, private cloud creation, self-service usage and service creation. It features deep investments in server application virtualization,
- [VMware Workstation 7.1.4](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/03/30/vmware-workstation-7-1-4/) - What’s New Support for Windows 7 SP1 Security Fixes Workstation 7.1.4 addresses a local privilege escalation in the vmrun utility VMware vmrun is a utility that is used to perform various tasks on virtual machines. The vmrun utility runs on any platform with VIX libraries installed. It is installed in Workstation by default. In non-standard
- [Poster: Deploying Windows 7 in Enterprise](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/03/29/poster-deploying-windows-7-in-enterprise/) - To download just click on the picture.
- [Passed the 70-659 Exam Windows Server 2008 R2, Server Virtualization](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/03/26/passed-the-70-659-exam-windows-server-2008-r2-server-virtualization/) - Yesterday I did 70-659 exam Windows Server 2008 R2, Server Virtualization and passed it with 825 points . I’m very pleased with this result.
- [Group Policy Preferences Data Sources Failed with error 0x80070057](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/03/15/group-policy-preferences-data-sources-failed-with-error-0x80070057/) - Group Policy Data Sources is voltooid. Aanvullende gegevens: Het voorkeursitem computer 'Nordined' in het groepsbeleidsobject 'De naam van de policy {54A928D5-EAA8-421B-9F12-066B350B6671}' is niet toegepast, omdat het is mislukt met foutcode '0x80070057 De parameter is onjuist.'%%100790273 Oplossing: Edit Datasources.xml
- [Concern: Is having Outlook 2003 clients going to prevent me from deploying Exchange 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/03/01/concern-is-having-outlook-2003-clients-going-to-prevent-me-from-deploying-exchange-2010/) - OVERALL STATUS: No, having Oulook 2003 clients is not a deployment blocker. However, you need to understand the following sections and make configuration changes as applicable. Back since November 9th, 2009 where Exchange Server 2010 released to manufacturing (RTM), there have been a growing concern around whether enterprises are prevented from upgrading or migrating their
- [Rollup 3 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/03/12/rollup-3-for-exchange-server-2010-service-pack-1/) - Microsoft releasd Update Rollup 3 for Exchange Server 2010 SP1 that resolves the following issues that are described in the following Microsoft Knowledge Base (KB) articles: 2506998 A call is disconnected when transferring the call from the main auto attendant to an auto attendant that has a different language configured in an Exchange Server
- [Rollup 3 for Exchange Server 2007 Service Pack 3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/03/12/rollup-3-for-exchange-server-2007-service-pack-3/) - Update Rollup 3 for Exchange Server 2007 SP3 resolves the issues that are described in the following Microsoft Knowledge Base articles: 2498066 “Insufficient system resources exist to complete the requested service" error message when you try to extend database files in an Exchange Server 2007 environment 2497679 A meeting request may not open correctly after
- [Exchange 2010 Public Folder Database requirement](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/03/08/exchange-2010-public-folder-database-requirement/) - Current Status: Issue with mitigation Unlike Outlook 2007 and 2010, Outlook 2003 clients rely on public folders. If a public folder database doesn’t exist, Outlook 2003 users will be blocked from connecting to their Exchange 2010 mailbox and receive the error message shown in Figure 8. Figure 8: Error message when an Outlook 2003 user
- [Autodiscover failed on Outlook 2007 client with error 0x800c8203 after installing KB2412171](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/03/08/autodiscover-failed-on-outlook-2007-client-with-error-0x800c8203-after-installing-kb2412171/) - After installing KB2412171 on client computers I found another bug in this update. Normally Outlook configure your Outlook profile on your primarily smtp address. But after this update this is changed to the user principal name. If you have not added user principal name to a mail user you will see dat autodiscovery wil fail.
- [Exchange 2010 & Outlook 2003 Offline Address Book (OAB)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/03/01/exchange-2010-outlook-2003-offline-address-book-oab/) - Current Status: Issue with mitigation If the client machine on which Outlook 2003 is installed has been configured to use a proxy server), you must enable "Bypass proxy server for local addresses" under Internet Options > Connections > LAN settings or add the CAS server or CAS arrays to the exception list shown in Figure
- [Exchange 2010 RPC over HTTP Connectivity](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/03/01/exchange-2010-rpc-over-http-connectivity/) - In some situations Outlook 2003 users connecting to an Exchange mailbox using RPC over HTTP receive the following error message: “Server Unavailable” Although this is an Outlook 2003 specific client issue, the issue is not specific for Exchange 2010 organizations. It could also appear in organizations running Exchange 2003 or 2007. The problem occurs if
- [VMware vCenter XVP Manager and Converter](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/02/26/vmware-vcenter-xvp-manager-and-converter/) - VMware vCenter XVP Manager and Converter provides basic virtualization management capabilities for non-vSphere hypervisor platforms towards enabling centralized visibility and control across heterogeneous virtual infrastructures. It also simplifies and enables easy migrations of virtual machines from non-vSphere virtualization platforms to VMware vSphere. Features Management of the following Microsoft Hyper-V platforms: Microsoft Hyper-V Server 2008 Microsoft
- [VMware View 4.6 New Features](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/02/26/vmware-view-4-6-new-features/) - VMware released VMWare View 4.6 Updated Features: Security servers can now accommodate PCoIP connections - Security servers now include a PCoIP Secure Gateway component. The PCoIP Secure Gateway connection offers the following advantages: The only remote desktop traffic that can enter the corporate data center is traffic on behalf of a strongly authenticated user. Users
- [Exchange 2010 SP1 Help Updated Feb 2011](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/02/23/exchange-2010-sp1-help-updated-feb-2011/) - The Exchange 2010 SP1 help file has been updated (February 22th, 2010). You can download it here.
- [NTFS Chkdsk Best Practices and Performance](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/02/23/ntfs-chkdsk-best-practices-and-performance/) - Claus Joergensen, one of the founding fathers of Windows Storage Server, had a great post today about a new white paper, available here, discussing the best practices and guidance for sizing NTFS volumes. The paper also has details on self-healing NTFS and Chkdsk execution times on Windows Server 2008 R2. When planning Windows file server
- [Exchange 2010 Opening multiple shared calendars & additional mailboxes](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/02/21/exchange-2010-opening-multiple-shared-calendars-additional-mailboxes/) - Current Status: Issue with mitigation Exchange 2010 SP1 together with the resolutions mentioned later in this section, allows you to open as many as 16 shared calendars or additional mailboxes simultaneously independent on whether the mailboxes are located on Exchange 2003, 2007, or 2010. If you have more than 16 calendars or additional mailboxes opened,
- [Windows Server 2008 R2 Hyper-V Component Architecture Poster with Service Pack 1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/02/19/windows-server-2008-r2-hyper-v-component-architecture-poster-with-service-pack-1/) - Just click on the picture
- [Deploy office 2010 and  a previous office version together on one PC with MDT 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/02/17/deploy-office-2010-and-a-previous-office-version-together-on-one-pc-with-mdt-2010/) - Deploy office 2010 and a previous office version together on one PC with MDT 2010. Then you need to do the following things Needed. - Office 2010 ISO - Office 2010 Administrative Template files (ADM, ADMX/ADML) and Office Customization Tool 1. Make sure you have a working Office 2007 deployment. Check this How to deploy
- [Service Pack 1 for Windows Server 2008 R2 en Exchange](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/02/14/service-pack-1-for-windows-server-2008-r2-en-exchange/) - The following versions of Exchange are supported to run on Windows 2008 R2 SP1 (the RTM version of SP1): Exchange 2010 SP1 Exchange 2010 RTM Exchange 2007 SP3 Please note that Exchange 2007 was not supported to run on Windows 2008 R2 at all before Exchange 2007 SP3 release. Windows 2008 R2 SP1 includes the
- [Exchange 2010 RPC Encryption Requirement](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/02/11/exchange-2010-rpc-encryption-requirement/) - Current Status: Non-issue Exchange 2010 SP1 With Exchange 2010 RTM, the RPC encryption requirement was an issue with mitigation. However, in Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 1, the RPC encryption requirement has been disabled by default. This means that any new Exchange 2010 SP1 Client Access Servers (CAS) deployed in the organization won't require encryption
- [Unable to connect from the View Client on Windows 7 to the View Connection Server after installing the patch kb2482017 or kb2467023](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/02/09/unable-to-connect-from-the-view-client-on-windows-7-to-the-view-connection-server-after-installing-the-patch-kb2482017-or-kb2467023/) - This issue occurs when you have installed one of these Microsoft patches, 2482017 or 2467023. If you have already installed these patches, you can install VMware View Client (build 353760) or uninstall the Microsoft patches. If you have not installed these patches, delay the installation of the Microsoft patches until you have installed VMware View
- [SCVMM RDS Connection Broker plugin released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/02/09/scvmm-rds-connection-broker-plugin-released/) - SCVMM RDV plug-in enables dynamic placement of VDI VMs for both personal and pooled VMs. The key benefit of using this plug-in is that it reduces the number of Hyper-V servers required since VMs are placed on demand rather than statically placed. Dynamic placement is achieved by integrating SCVMM 2008 R2 with the RDS Connection
- [Microsoft Lync Server 2010 Documentation](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/02/08/microsoft-lync-server-2010-documentation/) - Migrating from Communications Server 2007 to Lync Server 2010 This document provides guidance from migration from Office Communications Server 2007 to Microsoft Lync Server 2010. Microsoft Lync Server 2010 Device Management and Troubleshooting Guide The purpose of the Microsoft Lync Server 2010 Device Management and Troubleshooting Guide is to provide guidance on how to manage
- [Storage Solutions for Exchange 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/01/27/storage-solutions-for-exchange-2010/) - Compellent 5000 Mailboxes or greater Compellent Storage Center 5.3 10,000 Mailbox Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Mailbox Resiliency Storage Solution (Sept 23, 2010) Dell 1-1000 Mailboxes Dell PowerEdge T610 500 mailbox Exchange 2010 Mailbox Resiliency Storage Solution (June 1, 2010) 1001-5000 Mailboxes Dell PowerEdge R510 Near line SAS 1100 Mailboxes using Mailbox Resiliency Exchange 2010 Storage
- [Hardware Load Balancers for Exchange Server 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/01/25/hardware-load-balancers-for-exchange-server-2010/) - Listed below are hardware load balancers that have been tested by the vendor and reviewed by Microsoft to meet Exchange Server 2010 requirements. It is recommended that you visit the vendor's web site for the latest information regarding product specifications, capacity, country support and documentation including release notes and known issues. Please contact the vendor
- [Software Load Balancers for Exchange Server 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/01/25/software-load-balancers-for-exchange-server-2010/) - Listed below are software load balancers that have been tested by the vendor and reviewed by Microsoft to meet Exchange Server 2010 requirements. It is recommended that you visit the vendor's web site for the latest information regarding product specifications, capacity, country support and documentation including release notes and known issues. Please contact the vendor
- [How to demote a Exchange 2007 CCR Cluster with Load balanced CAS/HUB Servers](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/01/22/how-to-demote-a-exchange-2007-ccr-cluster-with-load-balanced-cashub-servers/) - I used the following steps to do this. 1. All public folders and system folders that are housed on the Exchange 2007 CCR Cluster computer must be replicated to another Exchange 2007/2010 computer that is in the site. 2. Verify the contents of the public folder store with the following Powershell commands Get-PublicFolderStatistics -server
- [Exchange 2010 Free space within a Mailbox Database](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/01/20/exchange-2010-free-space-within-a-mailbox-database/) - In previous versions of Exchange Server there was a process called "online maintenance". This process ran at night and one of the tasks was to an online defragmentation to do within the database. The task was that the empty spaces are grouped together resulting in more efficient use of the Mailbox Database. In Exchange 2010
- [Microsoft Assessment and Planning Toolkit 5.5](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/01/18/microsoft-assessment-and-planning-toolkit-5-5/) - The Microsoft Assessment and Planning Toolkit (MAP) is an agentless, automated, multi-product planning and assessment tool for quicker and easier desktop and server migrations. MAP provides detailed readiness assessment reports and executive proposals with extensive hardware and software information, and actionable recommendations to help organizations accelerate their IT infrastructure planning process, and gather more detail
- [Favo links for Microsoft Lync](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/01/18/lync-server-useful-links/) - The Lync Server Open Interoperability Program is now available http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/lync/gg131938.aspx Other useful Links: Hardware Requirements. Link Bandwidth Table. Link Lync New features – server side. Link Lync New features – Client Side. Link Port Requirements. Link Lync Server 2010 Protocol Workloads Poster. Link Architecture – Server Roles. Link Architecture – Topologies. Link
- [Rollup 5 for Exchange Server 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/01/18/rollup-5-for-exchange-server-2010/) - Microsoft has released rollup 5 for Exchange Server 2010: This update rollup is highly recommended for all Exchange Server 2010 customers. For a list of changes that are included in this update rollup, see KB2407113. The is only one fix: You cannot uninstall Exchange Server 2010 RTM after you install Update Rollup 2, Update Rollup
- [Publishing Outlook Anywhere Using NTLM Authentication With Forefront TMG or Forefront UAG](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/01/16/publishing-outlook-anywhere-using-ntlm-authentication-with-forefront-tmg-or-forefront-uag/) - This white paper provides detailed information about publishing Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 using Forefront TMG or Forefront UAG to secure access for Outlook Anywhere when using NTLM Authentication. When you publish Exchange, Microsoft offers two software-based options: Microsoft Forefront Threat Management Gateway 2010 and Microsoft Forefront Unified Access Gateway 2010. Both options offer publishing wizards
- [Microsoft Lync Error: Microsoft.Rtc.Common.Data.SqlConnectionException Cannot open database xds requested by the login. The login failed. Login failed for user Domain\administrator.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/01/06/microsoft-lync-error-microsoft-rtc-common-data-sqlconnectionexception-cannot-open-database-xds-requested-by-the-login-the-login-failed-login-failed-for-user-domainadministrator/) - Error: An error occurred: Microsoft.Rtc.Common.Data.SqlConnectionException Cannot open database xds requested by the login. The login failed. Login failed for user CONTOSO\administrator. When Installing Lync there is automatically added a firewall rule that opend the port for the SQL Server Service Solution: Create a Windows Firewall port exceptions to enable access to the SQL Server Browser
- [Microsoft Lync Error: "Microsoft.Rtc.Management.Deployment.DeploymentException" "Cannot determine where to install database files because Windows Management Instrumentation on the database server is unavailable from your computer or user account. To continue, you can resolve this issue, or you can specify where you want to install the files."](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/01/05/microsoft-lync-error-microsoft-rtc-management-deployment-deploymentexception-cannot-determine-where-to-install-database-files-because-windows-management-instrumentation-on-the-datab/) - When Installing Lync I get the following error: Error: An error occurred: "Microsoft.Rtc.Management.Deployment.DeploymentException" "Cannot determine where to install database files because Windows Management Instrumentation on the database server is unavailable from your computer or user account. To continue, you can resolve this issue, or you can specify where you want to install the files." Solution:
- [Clipboard Copy and Paste option is disabled in vSphere Client 4.1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/01/04/clipboard-copy-and-paste-option-is-disabled-in-vsphere-client-4-1/) - I upgraded my home test server to ESXi 4.1 and I the Clipboard Functie is disabled by default and that is so annying Solution: Starting with vSphere 4.1, the Copy and Paste options are, by default, disabled for security reasons. To be able to copy and paste between the guest operating system and the remote
- [HP 6540b Bitlocker Issue](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/01/03/hp-6540b-bitlocker-issue/) - I encountered an issue on a HP 6540b Laptop with Windows 7 after the OS volume is encrypted with Bitlocker, the system never starts up normally. Every time the system is shutdown completely and then started again, it brings up the Bitlocker console and wants the recovery key entered. It doesn't seem to do this
- [Microsoft Certified Master Exchange Video Preview](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/01/02/microsoft-certified-master-exchange-video-preview/) - There is one Microsoft exam that I find very interesting. That is the Microsoft Certified Master for Exchange program. I found a nice video what tells what we actually do in the classroom during Microsoft Certified Master rotations? Well, here is a 30 minute summary of the Exchange 2010 header firewall from Brian Reid, one
- [HyperV Monitor 1.8 Released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2011/01/02/hyperv-monitor-1-8-released/) - HyperV_Mon is my free tool for monitoring and diagnosing performance issues with Hyper-V. After prompting from a user with a lot more processors then the test systems here, I updated the HyperV_Mon tool to handle resizing in general, and to adjust the root partition processor display. This new version is a minor release (1.8.0). In
- [Happy New Year!!!!!!!](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/12/31/happy-new-year/) - Wishing you a happy new year and all the best for 2011, hope sow to see you on my blog again.
- [Exchange 2010: An Active Manager operation failed with a transient error. Please retry the operation. Error: Database action failed with transient error. Error: A transient error occurred during a database operation. Error: An error occurred while preparing to mount database](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/12/30/exchange-2010-an-active-manager-operation-failed-with-a-transient-error-please-retry-the-operation-error-database-action-failed-with-transient-error-error-a-transient-error-occurred-during-a-dat/) - Failed to mount database 'Mailbox Database 1'. After recovering a Exchange 2010 SP1. I had no Database Backup. Because I am only using this exchange server for test only. I would use the recovered database but I get the following error: Error: Couldn't mount the database that you specified. Specified database: Mailbox Database 1; Error
- [Recover an Exchange 2010 SP1 Server](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/12/29/recover-an-exchange-2010-sp1-server/) - Recover a Lost Exchange Server 1. Install the proper operating system and name the new server with the same name as the lost server. Recovery won't succeed if the server on which recovery is being performed doesn't have the same name as the lost server. 2. Join the server to the same domain as the
- [Exchange 2010 Client Access Throttling](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/12/27/exchange-2010-client-access-throttling/) - Environment: Windows 2008 R2 - Exchange 2010 RTM Later I installed SP1 & Rollup 2 for SP1 Outlook 2003 Service Pack 3 Clients Issue: During normal working hours users randomly was unable to access their mailboxes when they launched their Outlook client. The users were receiving the following Outlook message: “Unable to open your default
- [Merry Christmas &  a happy New Year](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/12/24/merry-christmas-a-happy-new-year/) - Merry Christmas & a happy New Year
- [Infrastructure Planning and Design (IPD) Guide for Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 with Service Pack 1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/12/24/infrastructure-planning-and-design-ipd-guide-for-microsoft-exchange-server-2010-with-service-pack-1/) - The Infrastructure Planning and Design (IPD) Guide for Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 with Service Pack 1 is very handy for successfully designing an Exchange Server 2010 infrastructure. The guide will help consultants make informed decisions about the design of fault tolerance and scalability so that their overall requirements are met. The guide covers these key
- [Publish Exchange 2010 With TMG (Forefront Threat Management Gateway)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/12/21/publish-exchange-2010-with-tmg-forefront-threat-management-gateway-2/) - When you want you use Forefront Threat Management Gateway to publish Exchange 2010 you must do the following things 1. Get a SAN Certificate. I my case I have the following URL’s registered with the certificate. webmail.wardvissers.nl autodiscover.wardvissers.nl legacy.wardvissers.nl casarray.wardvissers.local 2. Import the Certificate in to Exchange 2010. How to check HERE 3. Create on
- [Exchange 2010 Tested Solutions](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/12/20/exchange-2010-tested-solutions/) - Microsoft provides some documentation examples of well-designed, cost-effective Exchange 2010 solutions deployed on hardware offered by some partners from Microsoft. 9000 Mailboxes in Two Sites Running Hyper-V on Dell M610 Servers, Dell EqualLogic Storage, and F5 Load Balancing Solutions 16000 Mailboxes in a Single Site Deployed on IBM and Brocade Hardware 500 Mailboxes in a
- [Exchange 2007 OWA Redirect Bug Introduced with Exchange 2010 SP1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/10/16/exchange-2007-owa-redirect-bug-introduced-with-exchange-2010-sp1/) - The Customer where I now work has a mix of Exchange 2007 and Exchange 2010 users. It seems that SP1 has introduced a obvious bug. Before I get into that, I'll give some background on how Exchange 2010 coexists with previous versions of Exchange. When you have a mix of Exchange 2010 and older versions
- [Rollup 2 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/12/15/rollup-2-for-exchange-server-2010-service-pack-1/) - Today the Exchange Team released Rollup 2 for Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 1 (KB2425179). This update raises Exchange 2010 version number to 14.1.270.1. If your upgrading from Exchange 2007 you need to implement this rollup because the bug Exchange 2007 OWA redirect bug with Exchange 2010 sp1 is fixed check: kb2458419 The List with
- [Rollup 2 for Exchange Server 2007 Service Pack 3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/12/15/rollup-2-for-exchange-server-2007-service-pack-3/) - Today the Exchange Team released Rollup 2 for Exchange Server 2007 Service Pack 3 KB2407025. This update raises Exchange 2007 version number to 8.3.137.3. The List with fixes: 972186 Some functions do not work if you install Security Configuration Wizard on a Windows Server 2008 SP2-based Exchange Server 2007 979046 Attachments are empty when you
- [MDT 2010 Automatically Move Computers to the Right OU](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/12/10/mdt-2010-automatically-move-computers-to-the-right-ou-2/) - When I deploy client computers you have always 2 client Tasks. One for Laptops and one for Desktops. I already blogd about joing domain. Jou can find it here. http://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/20/mdt-2010-join-domain/. I had a issue joining the computers to the right ou for the two tasks. I found a great solution to fix it. Here is
- [Blog 2 years online](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/12/10/blog-2-years-online/) - On 24 july 2008 I started my blog. In two years time a get al lot of visitors. Some stats till now in totally: Hits 556.775 Unique visits 308636 Hits (bots) Hits 164201 Unique visits 93724 This year a get al lot of new visitors: Hits (+282069) 2009: 137353 2010: 419422 still growing Unique visits
- [FREE Exchange 2010 Training available](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/12/08/free-exchange-2010-training-available/) - Exchange 2010 Upgrade and Deployment (HOLO) This 300 level hands-on labs online course (including seven hands-on labs) will prepare learners with the knowledge to engage with customers to help them implement best practices for smooth Exchange 2010 upgrades and deployments. These hands-on labs online (HOLOs) are provided at no charge to Microsoft partners, and provide
- [Home folders renamed to My Documents](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/12/07/home-folders-renamed-to-my-documents/) - When you redirect users home folders to network share the folders are show as My Documents folder. This is a bug in Windows 7 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/947222 Solution: Do not grant the Read permission to the administrator for the Desktop.ini files on the server. To do this, follow these steps: Note If more than one Desktop.ini file
- [Windows 7 GPO Wallpaper](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/02/02/windows-7-gpo-wallpaper/) - Windows 7 heeft een bug met het zetten van een Wallpaper in een gpo. Hiervoor heb je twee oplossingen Oplossing 1 Onder Group Policy Preferences moet je een registry key aanmaken met daarin de link naar de achtergrond. en tevens moet ook nog de volgende policy ingesteld worden Oplossing 2: Is het vervangen van default
- [Beta Outlook 2007 Online Archive Support](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/12/07/beta-outlook-2007-online-archive-support/) - I read on Henrik Walther blog about the Outlook 2007 Online Archive Support. So I checked this on my home lab. You just need to apply the Office Outlook 2007 hotfix package (released back in October 2010) and voilá, you now have access to your online archive from Outlook 2007 . Can’t wait when it is fully
- [After installing Rollup 1 for Exchange 2007 SP3 IMAP is now serving most text/plain parts as text/html](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/11/25/after-installing-rollup-1-for-exchange-2007-sp3-imap-is-now-serving-most-textplain-parts-as-texthtml/) - After installing Rollup 1 for Exchange 2007 SP3 IMAP is now serving most text/plain parts as text/html instead. I had some issue with a simple mail import tool that now imported all mail with html codes.Before the rollup 1 they were previously multipart/alternative messages with both text/plain and text/html subparts. Solution:You can set in through
- [MAPI or an unspecified service provider. ID no: 00000000-0000-00000000](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/11/24/mapi-or-an-unspecified-service-provider-id-no-00000000-0000-00000000/) - When you want to import a mailbox you get some times the following error: MAPI or an unspecified service provider. ID no: 00000000-0000-00000000 Solution is very easy: Give yoursell full access rights to a mailbox Add-MailboxPermission -identity "user" -Accessrights FULLACCESS -User "yourusername"
- [Migrating to Exchange 2010 & PDA Sync Issues](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/11/21/migrating-to-exchange-2010-pda-sync-issues/) - Some day’s ago I was testing some PDA’s Windows Mobile and Nokia’s for a Exchange Migration to Exchange 2010. I created a little procure to test it. 1. PDA sync at first with ISA 2006 against Exchange 2007. 2. Shutdown the ISA 2006 Server 3. Starting the TMG Server 4. Checking if the PDA would
- [Exchange 2010 PST Import](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/11/13/exchange-2010-pst-import/) - Mailbox Import Role When you want to import some pst’s you need some rights from doing this. This is a one time setting. New-ManagementRoleAssignment ?Role ?Mailbox Import Export? ?User Administrator Name Role RoleAssigneeName RoleAssigneeType AssignmentMethod EffectiveUserName ---- ---- ---------------- ---------------- ---------------- ---------------- Mailbox Import Export-Admin... Mailbox Import... Administrator User Direc Set Mailbox Language Set-MailboxRegionalConfiguration -Identity
- [VMware release Exchange 2010 Best Practices Guide](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/11/10/vmware-release-exchange-2010-best-practices-guide/) - Nice guide when deploy your Exchange 2010 Servers on VMWare.
- [Exchange 2010 & Outlook 2010 Automatically Shared Mailboxes](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/11/08/exchange-2010-outlook-2010-automatically-shared-mailboxes/) - When you set full access permissions with the Exchange 2010 management console on a mailbox,the user which has be giving full access right now there will filed a new property. The property is MSExchDelegateListLink. You can check it with adsiedit. When you open now Outlook 2010 you can now see that Wardtest is automatilly Added
- [Exchange 2010 Getting an overview of all ActiveSync devices in the Exchange-organization](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/11/05/exchange-2010-getting-an-overview-of-all-activesync-devices-in-the-exchange-organization/) - If you want a list with al the pda’s that are connected to your Exchange Organization. You can use the following Powershell command let. Get-Mailbox –resultsize unlimited | Get-ActiveSyncDevice | fl userdisplayname,DeviceModel,Devicetype, DeviceUserAgent > c:\pdas.txt
- [NetApp and @VmWare 50,000 seat virtual desktop collaboration](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/11/03/netapp-and-vmware-50000-seat-virtual-desktop-collaboration/) - I love twitter: I was again attended on a YouTube video. If you are loving VDI deployments this I one to watch httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=waO-Q_TSnso
- [Advanced Deployment Scenarios using the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/11/03/advanced-deployment-scenarios-using-the-microsoft-deployment-toolkit-2010/) - I was attended on twitter on the following video’s. I watch some of them. They are really interesting The Vid’s TechNet Video: Advanced Deployment Scenarios using the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2010: (Part 1 of 7)Reviewing the Available Options in the Deployment Workbench TechNet Video: Advanced Deployment Scenarios using the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2010: (Part 2
- [Performance Best Practices for VMware vSphere 4.1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/11/03/performance-best-practices-for-vmware-vsphere-4-1/) - VMware has released another great “technical paper” regarding Performance Best Practices for VMware vSphere 4.1. It can be found in the Technical Resource Center which by the way contains a lot of awesome docs. The technical paper, Performance Best Practices for VMware vSphere 4.1, provides performance tips that cover the most performance-critical areas of VMware
- [HP Virtual Connect for Dummies Version 2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/11/03/hp-virtual-connect-for-dummies-version-2/) - The HP Virtual Connect team is pleased to announce that HP Virtual Connect for Dummies® - 2nd Edition is now available as an e-book, simply register and you will be taken to the download page: What's new with Virtual Connect and all about the new Virtual Connect FlexFabric Module How HP Virtual Connect simplifies your
- [The security certificate on the server is invalid. Contact your Exchange Server administrator or ISP to install a valid certificate on the server. Support Code: 80072F0D or 0x80072f0d](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/10/27/the-security-certificate-on-the-server-is-invalid-contact-your-exchange-server-administrator-or-isp-to-install-a-valid-certificate-on-the-server-support-code-80072f0d-or-0x80072f0d/) - I had some Windows Mobile device that did not sync anymore. I changed the Certificates on Exchange 2007 and ISA 2006 Servers. After some investing. The problem was I was missing the GlobalSign Domain Validation CA certificate After creating the cer file and installed on my PDA active sync works again. Source: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/927465 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/915438
- [VMMUpdate Script to Check if all Hyper-V hosts & SCVMM Server are Up to Date](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/10/24/vmmupdate-script-to-check-if-all-hyper-v-hosts-scvmm-server-are-up-to-date/) - Jonathan has created a nice script. This script checks witch updates are missing from Hyper-V hosts and SCVMM Server. What updates? Updates are regularly released for SCVMM Server, Hosts, and the Admin Console. These updates must be applied to all Hosts no matter how many you have. Updates are also released for technologies SCVMM leverages:
- [System Center Data Protection Manager 2010 Monitoring Management Pack](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/10/24/system-center-data-protection-manager-2010-monitoring-management-pack/) - The management pack monitors the health status of System Center Data Protection Manager 2010 and its components. It alerts the admin on critical health state and it provides certain break fix tasks to take corrective actions. The following alerts are new in this release of the DPM 2010 Management Pack: Backup metadata enumeration failed Agent
- [Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Best Practices Covers SP1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/10/19/microsoft-exchange-server-2010-best-practices-covers-sp1/) - If your are an Exchange Admin I can recommend the following book Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Best Practices. It covers SP1. It contains the following Chapters. Part I Preparing for Exchange Server 2010 Chapter 1: Introducing Exchange Server 2010 Chapter 2: Exchange Deployment Projects Chapter 3: Exchange Environmental Considerations Part II Designing Exchange Server 2010
- [Exchange Server 2010 Architecture Poster](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/10/18/exchange-server-2010-architecture-poster/) - At least Microsoft released the Exchange Server 2010 Architecture Poster. To download just click on the picture. One another thing to tomorrow: find the biggest printer
- [Rollup 1 for Exchange Server 2010 SP1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/10/08/rollup-1-for-exchange-server-2010-sp1/) - Microsoft released Rollup 1 for Exchange Server 2010 SP1 that fixes the following things. 2028967 Event ID 3022 is logged and you still cannot replicate a public folder from one Exchange Server 2010 server to another 2251610 The email address of a user is updated unexpectedly after you run the Update-Recipient cmdlet on an Exchange
- [Exchange SP1 2010 Setting rights with  Public Folder Management Console](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/10/06/exchange-sp1-2010-setting-rights-with-public-folder-management-console/) - For Exchange 2007 you had PFDAVAdmin to set rights on the Public Folder store. For Exchange 2010 (RTM & SP1) you have the tool ExFolder to set rights on the public Folder store. But the Exchange Team did a great job to add Public Folder Rights to the Public Folder Management Console. When you right
- [Data Protection Manager 2010 Operations Guide](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/10/04/data-protection-manager-2010-operations-guide/) - Microsoft released a nice manual for monitoring and managing DPM servers and tape libraries, and protected computers that are running Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows SharePoint Services, Microsoft Virtual Server, or the Hyper-V role in Windows Server 2008 or Windows Server 2008 R2. This guide also provides instructions for setting up protection of
- [Removing the Browser Choice option During deployment with MDT 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/10/01/removing-the-browser-choice-option-during-deployment-with-mdt-2010/) - The Deployment Guys created a nice script to remove the Browser Choice option. If you are in the European Union, you will have seen the installation of the Browser Choice option from Windows Update. This is a good thing if you are a consumer, however if you are managing Volume Licensed (VL) builds and you
- [Free Hyper9 GuessMyOSToo Plug-in for VI3 and vSphere4](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/09/29/free-hyper9-guessmyostoo-plug-in-for-vi3-and-vsphere4/) - This plug-in replaces generic VM icons in the VI3 and vSphere4 client inventory trees with OS-specific icons for both Windows and Linux guests. System Requirements The only requirement is Virtual Center 2.5 or higher. The Hyper9 product is NOT required. Download HERE
- [Update 1 for Microsoft Forefront Threat Management Gateway (TMG) 2010 Service Pack 1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/09/26/update-1-for-microsoft-forefront-threat-management-gateway-tmg-2010-service-pack-1/) - Microsoft released some days ago Forefront TMG Update 1: SafeSearch Enforcement. Forefront TMG can enforce blocking adult text, images and videos from search results by popular search engines. SafeSearch can be enforced on specific groups or to the entire organization. Including non-primary URL filtering categorizations. Forefront TMG uses an algorithm to select a URL’s “primary”
- [MDT The task sequence has been suspended.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/09/16/mdt-the-task-sequence-has-been-suspended/) - The error was: The task sequence has been suspended. LiteTouch has encountered and Environment Error (Boot into WinPE) I had a strange problem with MDT. When I booted the in WinPE. Rebooting and again started the WinPE image did nothing same error again. Solution is very simple. You have to remove two directory’s C:\_SMSTaskSequence\nul and
- [Rollup 1 for Exchange Server 2007 Service Pack 3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/09/12/rollup-1-for-exchange-server-2007-service-pack-3/) - Microsoft had released some day’s ago Rollup 1 for Exchange Server 2007 Service Pack 3 In this release two important things are fixed when you have a CCR Cluster - Log Truncation is failing on a CCR cluster after installing SP3 - Exchange Writer should return TRUE for retry able errors The whole list with
- [Exchange 2010 SSL Certificaten](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/01/28/exchange-2010-ssl-certificaten/) - Exchange 2007 & 2010 steunen zwaar op web services en om deze diensten te beveiligingen wordt er gebruikt gemaakt van een SSL Certificaat. Exchange 2007 & 2010 genereren zelf ook een eigen certificaat. Om naar buiten geen waarschuwing te krijgen dat het SSL certificaat niet vertrouwd wordt er normaal gesproken gewerkt met commerciële vertrouwd SSL
- [Storage Calculators for System Center Data Protection Manager 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/09/08/storage-calculators-for-system-center-data-protection-manager-2010/) - Microsoft has released some new sizing calculators for DPM 2010. DPM_2010_Storage_Calculator_for_Exchange_2010.xlsx DPM_2010_Storage_Calculator_for_Hyper-V.xlsx DPM_2010_Storage_Calculator_for_SharePoint.xlsx
- [Passed the 70-663 Designing and Deploying Messaging Solutions with Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Exam](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/09/05/passed-the-70-663-designing-and-deploying-messaging-solutions-with-microsoft-exchange-server-2010-exam/) - Last Friday I passed the 70-663 Designing and Deploying Messaging Solutions with Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Exam with 981 points. So I am very pleased with it. Last month’s I’m working a lot with Exchange 2010. I love the product. Last Friday evening I updated a customer DAG cluster to SP1. Next moth starting moving
- [Exchange 2010 SP1 Prerequisites](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/09/02/exchange-2010-sp1-prerequisites/) - Some day’s ago Microsoft Releases Exchange 2010 SP1. When you install Exchange 2010 SP1 you need to install some hotfixes. The Exchange Team have made a nice over view witch hotfixes you need for the OS. Hotfix Download Windows Server 2008 Windows Server 2008 R2 Windows 7 & Windows Vista 979744 A .NET Framework 2.0-based
- [Exchange 2010 Build Numbers](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/04/27/exchange-2010-build-numbers/) - If you open de Exchange Management Shell and you run the following powershell command: Get-ExchangeServer | fl name,edition,admindisplayversion you get the Build Number from your Exchange 2007 Servers Exchange Server 2010 Product name Build number Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 RTM 14.0.639.21 Update Rollup 1 for Exchange Server 2010 14.0.682.1 Update Rollup 2 for Exchange Server
- [Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 1 has been released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/08/26/microsoft-exchange-server-2010-service-pack-1-has-been-released/) - Microsoft has released Exchange SP1 . So What’s New in Exchange SP1: New Deployment Functionality During an Exchange 2010 SP1 installation, you can now select a new option to install the required Windows roles and features for each selected Exchange 2010 SP1 server role. For more information, see New Deployment Functionality in Exchange 2010 SP1.
- [Your account in Microsoft Exchange Server does not have have permissions to synchronize with your current settings 0x85010004 or Eventid 1053 Exchange ActiveSync doesn't have sufficient permissions to create the user container under Active Directory user "Active Directory operation failed on domain controller.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/08/25/your-account-in-microsoft-exchange-server-does-not-have-have-permissions-to-synchronize-with-your-current-settings-0x85010004-or-eventid-1053-exchange-activesync-doesnt-have-sufficient-permissions-t/) - Error: Your account in Microsoft Exchange Server does not have have permissions to synchronize with your current settings. Eventlog: Exchange ActiveSync doesn't have sufficient permissions to create the "CN=ward,OU=Users,DC=wardvissers,DC=local" container under Active Directory user "Active Directory operation failed on DC2008-03.ad.local. This error is not retriable. Additional information: Access is denied. Active directory response: 00000005: SecErr:
- [Show and move “hidden” Arbitration mailboxes in Exchange Server 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/07/27/show-and-move-hidden-arbitration-mailboxes-in-exchange-server-2010/) - When you have a new installation of Exchange 2010 Server and you want to move all mailboxes, including all hidden Mailboxen (Arbitration) from the default database store to a database that you created. Here is how i did it. When you try to delete the default database you will get this message: The Database is
- [Skipping MDT Wizard Pages (CustomSettings.ini & Bootstrap.ini)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/01/18/skipping-mdt-wizard-pages-customsettingsini-bootstrapini/) - 1. Open MDT 2. Ga naar Deployments Points 3. Rechter muis op je deployment point en kies properties 4. Ga naar Rules Tab. 5. Neem de onderstaande instellingen over. [Settings] Priority=Default Properties=MyCustomProperty [Default] OSInstall=YES _SMSTSORGNAME=WardVissers SkipCapture=No SkipAdminPassword=YES SkipProductKey=YES SkipDeploymentType=YES DeploymentType=Newcomputer SkipDomainMembership=NO JoinDomain=wardvissers.local DomainAdmin=helpdesk DomainAdminDomain=wardvissers.local DomainAdminPassword=*********** SkipUserData=YES SkipBuild=NO SkipComputerName=NO SkipPackageDisplay=NO SkipLocaleSelection=YES SkipTimeZone=YES SkipApplications=NO SkipBitLocker=YES SkipBitLockerDetails=YES SkipSummary=YES
- [Remote Desktop Services Component Architecture Poster](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/08/24/remote-desktop-services-component-architecture-poster/) - This poster provides a visual reference for understanding key Remote Desktop Services technologies in Windows Server 2008 R2. It explains the functions and roles of Remote Desktop Session Host, Remote Desktop Virtualization Host, Remote Desktop Connection Broker, Remote Desktop Web Access, Remote Desktop Gateway, RemoteFX and Remote Desktop Licensing. To Download: Click on the picture.
- [Exchange 2010 Configuring Mail Tips](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/08/20/exchange-2010-configuring-mail-tips/) - MailTips is a one of the new features of Exchange Server 2010. When a user sends a message, MailTips gives the some status information of the recipient and that helps to reduces unnecessary and undeliverable e-mails, as well as reduce some embarrassing things done by senders. MailTips are hosted as an Exchange Web Services on
- [Exchange 2007/2010 Performance settings on vSphere.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/08/19/exchange-20072010-performance-settings-on-vsphere/) - When install a Exchange 2007 or Exchange 2010 Server on vSphere there are some settings that will increase de performance. - Use de VMXNET 3 Adapter - Use per Disk a SCSI Controller - Store the Log & Database files on physical Lun on a SAN - Use the LSI LOGIC SAS controller for Windows
- [MDT 2010 Multiple Partitions Issues & hidden Bitlocker partition](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/08/19/mdt-2010-multiple-partitions-issues-hidden-bitlocker-partition/) - I had a new laptop where I wanted to deploy Windows 7 x64 Enterprise and walked to a bug in MDT 2010. Default config. I configured 2 partitions to use the whole disk. See screenshot. When I deploy the task I get the following error He wants to format partition D. But partition D is
- [Windows Cannot Find GPEdit.MSC](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/08/17/windows-cannot-find-gpedit-msc/) - I get this error on a Windows 2003 R2 x64 machine when I wanted to use the Group Policy Management Console. Solution is really simple: 1- Browse to "%windir%\system32\" and copy gpedit.msc 2- Browse to "%windir%\syswow64\" and paste gpedit.msc Now it works again
- [Exchange 2010 MapiExceptionLogonFailed: Unable to make connection to the server](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/08/15/exchange-2010-mapiexceptionlogonfailed-unable-to-make-connection-to-the-server/) - The Error that I get when I did a local move request to move a user to a another mailbox database. The new user cannot send email & could not login to Outlook Web Access. Error: Failed to communicate with the mailbox database. MapiExceptionLogonFailed: Unable to make connection to the server. (hr=0x80040111, ec=1010) Diagnostic context:
- [Exchange 2010 Autodiscovery Issues](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/08/09/exchange-2010-autodiscovery-issues/) - Two weeks ago a build my first production Exchange 2010 cluster. The Exchange 2010 web services are causing a lot of issues to people, and my self not any more. Well, let us first list the directories that are used in the Exchange web service: EWS is used for OOF, Scheduling assistance and free+busy Lookup.
- [Vizioncore release free VMware Management Pack for OpsMgr](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/08/04/vizioncore-release-free-vmware-management-pack-for-opsmgr/) - Vizioncore, a wholly owned subsidiary of Quest have released a free Management Pack for System Center Operations Manager 2007 R2 which enables the monitoring of VMware virtual infrastructures. Now, before I get into the features and capabilities of what the MP gives you, it’s important to point out that this is the first free MP
- [How to Install & Configure Immidio Flex Profiles Advanced Edition](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/08/05/how-to-install-configure-immidio-flex-profiles-advanced-edition/) - Install Immidio Flex Profiles Advanced Edition with setup.exe. There is one thing you must no. The Management console is there in to flavors x86 and x64. The Immidio Flex Profiles Advanced Edition.msi that you need later works both fine on x86 and x64 machines. Start Immidio FlexProfile Kit Best Practice is that the ini are
- [Failed to Mount Public Folder database after a lossy failover because the current setting for AutoDatabaseMountDial. You Must run Restore-StorageGroupCopy before you can mount the Database](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/07/29/failed-to-mount-public-folder-database-after-a-lossy-failover-because-the-current-setting-for-autodatabasemountdial-you-must-run-restore-storagegroupcopy-before-you-can-mount-the-database/) - The Error: Failed to Mount Public Folder database after a lossy failover because the current setting for AutoDataseBaseMountDial. You Must run Restore-StorageGroupCopy before you can mount the Database Solution: Restore-StorageGroupCopy won’t work because it is public folder database. Setting a Vink by Do not Mount this Database at Startup. En give the active clustered
- [Reviewing Least Privilege Security for Windows 7, Vista and XP](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/07/28/reviewing-least-privilege-security-for-windows-7-vista-and-xp/) - I was recently approached to do a book review on “Least Privilege Security for Windows 7,Vista and XP by Russell Smith” published by Packt Publishing. I will review it soon. It show you how to configure your Windows environment so that your users can operate without administrator permissions. Here is a list of the just
- [Enable Windows 7 Features through Group Policy](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/07/21/enable-windows-7-features-through-group-policy-2/) - I love Windows 7. But there is one thing a hate about Windows 7. There is no nice way to enable Windows 7 Features trough Group Policy. So I created a small visual basis script that i used as a startup script. It checks if adsnapins.txt exist in the program files files. If exsist do
- [MDT 2010 Importing automatically the right driver](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/07/19/mdt-2010-importing-automatically-the-right-driver/) - Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2010 has some nice improvements to handle drivers. I will describe how I like to manage drivers in MDT 2010. Some time I wrote i article about how to get the Name & Model from a computer. This is very important when you want to import only the right drivers automatically. First
- [Enable the Change Password feature with Outlook Web Access on a Windows 2003 Exchange 2007 Server](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/07/15/enable-the-change-password-feature-with-outlook-web-access-on-a-windows-2003-exchange-2007-server/) - First Step create the IISADMPWD virtual directory, do the following: Click Start, point to Programs, point to Administrative Tools, and then click Internet Services Manager. Right-click the default Web site, point to New, and then click Virtual Directory. In the Virtual Directory Creation wizard, type IISADMPWD in the Alias box, and then click Next.
- [Free Ebook Notes on Desktop Virtualization by Brain Madden](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/07/14/free-ebook-notes-on-desktop-virtualization-by-brain-madden/) - Brain Madden has released a free eBook Notes on Desktop Virtualization by Brain Madden. Index: 1) Virtualization is MORE than just VDI 2) Why storage matters 3) 3 Issues to address 4) What is IOPS and why does it matter? 5) The dumbest thing you can do 6) The secret to desktop virtualization savings 7)
- [VMware vSphere 4.1 Released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/07/13/vmware-vsphere-4-1-released/) - WHAT’S NEW: Installation and Deployment VMware ESX. VMware vSphere 4.1 and its subsequent update and patch releases are the last releases to include both ESX and ESXi hypervisor architectures. Future major releases of VMware vSphere will include only the VMware ESXi architecture. VMware recommends that customers start transitioning to the ESXi architecture when deploying VMware
- [Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) 2010 Update 1 is RTM](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/07/08/microsoft-deployment-toolkit-mdt-2010-update-1-is-rtm/) - Microsoft has released a new version of MDT 2010 named Update 1. It’s a great tool im loving it. What new: For System Center Configuration Manager 2007 users: New “User Driven Installation” deployment method. An easy-to-use UDI Wizard allows users to initiate and customize an OS deployment on their PCs that’s tailored to their individual
- [Holiday Molveno Italy](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/07/08/holiday-molveno-italy/) - So now I am back from my Holiday. I was ten day’s in Molveno Italy Doing some Canyoing, Walking, Moutainbiking, Climbing & Abseiling. It is was a nice ten day’s. Next monday it is my first workday after holiday again. Soon I will start blogging again. First few days rest.
- [Exchange 2007 Builds Numbers](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/04/26/exchange-2007-builds-numbers/) - If you open de Exchange Management Shell and you run the following powershell command: Get-ExchangeServer | fl name,edition,admindisplayversion you get the Build Number from your Exchange 2007 Servers Exchange 2007 RTM Product name Build number Exchange 2007 RTM 8.0.685.25 Update Rollup 1 for Exchange Server 2007 8.0.708.3 Update Rollup 2 for Exchange Server 2007 8.0.711.2
- [Free E-Book: First Look Microsoft Office 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/06/25/free-e-book-first-look-microsoft-office-2010/) - Katherine Murray has written a nice e-book about Office 2010: here it is (in XPS) and here it is (in PDF). 14 chapters :D
- [Deploy Office 2010 with Multiple Languages with MDT 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/06/24/deploy-office-2010-with-multiple-languages-with-mdt-2010/) - I Like Office 2010. For me it is the best Office version i ever worked with. MDT 2010 it’s great tool that Microsoft created. Now i will talk about how you deploy Office 2010 with Multilanguage packs with MDT 2010. Step 1: Download the Office 2010 English version booth will be in x86 & x64
- [Exchange 2007 SP3 is released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/06/23/exchange-2007-sp3-is-released/) - What’s New in SP3 for Exchange 2007 Windows Server 2008 R2 Support Exchange Server 2007 SP3 supports all Exchange 2007 roles on the Windows Server 2008 R2 operating system. Windows 7 Support Exchange 2007 SP3 supports the installation of the Exchange 2007 management tools on a computer that is running Windows 7. Additionally, Exchange 2007
- [Database Availability Group (DAG) in Exchange 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/06/22/database-availability-dag-group-in-exchange-2010/) - One of the new features of Exchange 2010 is DAG Database Availability Group. The Customer were i work now wants Exchange 2010 in a dag cluster because they have a datacenter for failback. Because i going to implement Exchange 2010 at the customer i created a test setup. Configuration: Server 1 – HYPERVDC-01 OS: Microsoft
- [Hyper-V Updates for Windows 2008 R2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/04/29/hyper-v-updates-for-windows-2008-r2/) - Knowledge Base Article Name Date Required? KB974598 “You receive a "Stop 0x0000007E" error on the first restart after you enable Hyper-V on a Windows Server 2008 R2-based computer” 10/1/2009 Yes, if you encounter this error and your server uses a “C-state” (lower power state) that is supported by the processor, but is not supported by
- [Rollup 4 for Exchange Server 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/06/18/rollup-4-for-exchange-server-2010/) - The Exchange team has released Update Rollup 4 for Exchange Server 2010 RTM (KB 982639) KB 982639 lists all the fixes included in this rollup. Here are some of the product improvements and critical bug fixes we'd like to call out starting with 5 improvements we made to prevent crashes in very unique scenarios. KB
- [Checking Microsoft Office 2010 KMS Activation Status](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/06/17/checking-microsoft-office-2010-kms-activation-status/) - Before you start you must al ready have a kms server. On the KMS server you need to install the Office 2010 KMS Host License Pack on the KMS Server. Launch Microsoft Outlook 2010 Click to the File tab. Click Help. Office is not activated Determining Which Activation Method Office is Using - KMS or
- [Desktop Virtualization for Dummies](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/06/14/desktop-virtualization-for-dummies/) - Microsoft has released a free eBook: Desktop Virtualization for Dummies. It has 43 pages with covers the following things - What is Desktop Virtualization - Discovering the benefits of Desktop Virtualization - Thinking about your organization requirements - Choosing between the options - Taking things forward with Desktop Virtualization - Ten (Well, Nearly) top tips
- [Where to find the right MDT 2010 logs](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/06/11/where-to-find-the-right-mdt-2010-logs/) - Each MDT 2010 script automatically creates log files during its execution. The names of these log files match the name of the script—for example, ZTIGather.wsf creates a log file named ZTIGather.log. Each script also updates a common master log file (BDD.log) that aggregates the contents of the log files that MDT 2010 scripts create. MDT
- [Configuring Client Access Array for Exchange 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/06/10/configuring-client-access-array-for-exchange-2010/) - When you want to use the Client Access Array function from Exchange 2010. You have to options. 1. Use the NLB function in Windows. Check this article that i blogged: Configuring NLB for Exchange 2010 for Cas load balancing. 2. When you have 2 physical load balancers in combination with a DAG cluster. I haven’t
- [Exchange 2010 SP1 Beta](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/06/09/exchange-2010-sp1-beta/) - Exchange Server 2010 Service Pack 1 Beta is available now. It incorporates a number of feature updates including: archiving and discovery enhancements, a faster Outlook Web App (OWA), upgraded mobility features, and several improvements in the management UI. In short it helps you achieve new levels of reliability and performance by delivering features that help
- [Configuring NLB for Exchange 2010 for CAS Load Balancing](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/06/04/configuring-nlb-for-exchange-2010-for-cas-load-balancing/) - Exchange’s dependence on the Client Access Server (CAS) role has increased dramatically in Exchange 2010. This is because, in Exchange 2010, on-network Outlook MAPI connectivity now connects to a mailbox through the CAS role via the RPC Client Access Service. As a result, high availability of the CAS role is crucial since any failure of
- [Hyper-V Live Migration with HP StorageWorks](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/06/02/hyper-v-live-migration-with-hp-storageworks/) - The video demonstrates Long Distance Live Migration with a 8 node Microsoft Hyper-V cluster that is achieved with the HP StorageWorks EVA
- [Access Denied Error 0x80070005 message when initializing TPM for Bitlocker](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/06/02/access-denied-error-0x80070005-message-when-initializing-tpm-for-bitlocker/) - When you try to turn on Bitlocker on Windows 7 Operating System Drive, you may get the Access Denied Error message while initializing TPM. Additionally, when you open the TPM Management Console and you try to initialize TPM you get error message 0x80070005. Solution: To set correct permissions, follow the instruction below: 1. Open Active
- [Exchange 2010 Hiding a Distribution Group from the Exchange Address List](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/31/exchange-2010-hiding-a-distribution-group-from-the-exchange-address-list/) - Some times you want to hide a Distribution Group from de Global Address List (GAL). In Exchange 2010 this is a simple thing 1. Open the properties from the Distribution Group. 2. Go to the Tab Advanced 3. Set V by Hide group from Exchange address list
- [Certificate Manager for Exchange 2007](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/31/certificate-manager-for-exchange-2007/) - Exchange 2007 enables SSL within IIS by default. Using PowerShell commands, certificate creation and management is quite confusing and often results with incorrect results due to the nature of the syntax. U-BTech Solutions is providing Certificate Manager for Exchange Server 2007 freely, to ease the process with a simple, easy to use GUI which enables
- [Microsoft Remote Desktop Connection Manager for Free](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/31/microsoft-remote-desktop-connection-manager-for-free/) - Microsoft has released a new free tool named Remote Desktop Connection Manager. Features: - You can set user, password and domain on a group and every server in that group you add they inherit the same settings this is very handy when you have a lot of servers. - Bulk import servers is possible
- [BitLocker to Go & Save the Recovery key in Active Directory](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/12/bitlocker-to-go-save-the-recovery-key-in-active-directory/) - Before you start wit Bitlocker to Go your domain controllers must be 2008 R2. You must upgrade your Schema. After done that I made a group policy named Bitlocker to Go. You can find the Bitlocker Policy under: Computer Configuration | Policies | Administrative Templates: Policy Definitions | Windows Components | BitLocker Drive Encryption |
- [Windows Server 2008 R2: Hyper-V Component Architecture Poster](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/29/windows-server-2008-r2-hyper-v-component-architecture-poster/) - The Hyper V documentation team has done a great job of putting together a detailed Windows Server 2008 R2: Hyper-V Component Architecture Poster. Download the .PDF The poster provides details on the inner workings of things like: Virtual Networking Virtual Storage Live Migration Virtual Machine Snapshots Virtual Machine File Management
- [VMware Workstation 7.1 is available](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/29/vmware-workstation-7-1-is-available/) - VMWare has released VMware Workstation 7.1. What’s New in VMware Workstation 7.1 Support for 8 virtual processors (or 8 virtual cores) and 2 TB virtual disks. Support for OpenGL 2.1 for Windows Vista and Windows 7 guests. Greatly improved DirectX 9.0 graphics performance for Windows Vista and Windows 7 guests. Up to 2x faster than
- [Hyper-V R2 NLB Error: the interface is mis configured](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/20/hyper-v-r2-nlb-error-the-interface-is-mis-configured/) - The Microsoft’s current documentation you’ll still need to shutdown your guest OS. First up, unless your Guest OS is also R2, you’ll need to install the hotfix noted above. However, rather than having to note the cluster’s MAC address, you’ll simply need to change the Hyper-V guest settings to enable MAC Spoofing on the NIC
- [Outlook 2007 Autodiscovery Warning when using SRV record for Autodiscover](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/28/outlook-2007-autodiscovery-warning-when-using-srv-record-for-autodiscover/) - Sometimes when you open Outlook 2007 using a autodiscover srv record for Exchange 2007 you wil get de following error: Solution 1: 1. Close Outlook 2007 2. Start Registry Editor 3. In Windows 7, click Start –> RUN 4. type regedit in de box and then click OK 5. Collapse this imageExpand this image
- [When trying to activate you get 0xC004F074 with description "The Key Management Server (KMS) is unavailable"](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/25/when-trying-to-activate-you-get-0xc004f074-with-description-the-key-management-server-kms-is-unavailable/) - Error: The KMS host that is used is very probably a Windows Server 2008 KMS host that cannot standard activate Windows 7 and 2008 R2 machines. When you do not have Windows Server 2008 R2 KMS host key have then you must have a Volume License agreement so that your request your Windows 7 and
- [BitLocker Active Directory Recovery Password Viewer on Windows Server 2008 R2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/19/bitlocker-active-directory-recovery-password-viewer-on-windows-server-2008-r2/) - You can find BitLocker Password Recovery tool on Windows Server 2008 R2 under Features. You can install the tool by opening Server Manager and under »Add Features« look for »Remote Server Administration Tools« »Feature Administration Tools«. Here select »BitLocker Diver Encryption Administration Utilities« and follow the wizard. Once install process completes you can open Active
- [Free E-Book - GNU/Linux Advanced Administration](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/19/free-e-book-gnulinux-advanced-administration/) - I am not a Linux fan. Maybe for interesting for any Linux sysadmin Copy: The GNU/Linux systems have reached an important level of maturity, allowing to integrate them in almost any kind of work environment, from a desktop PC to the sever facilities of a big company. In this ebook "The GNU/Linux Operating System", the
- [Recovering USB Stick that is encrypted with Bitlocker](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/17/recovering-usb-stick-that-is-encrypted-with-bitlocker/) - WWWOooeeeps I forgot my password for my USB stick . What we do next: I forgot my Password Click on More Information: Hey I found a recovery key Then you go to Active Directory Users And Computers Next Enter the the recovery key YES: My data is readably Last Step: Changing your
- [Migrate a DFS Namespace to Windows Server 2008 Mode](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/17/migrate-a-dfs-namespace-to-windows-server-2008-mode/) - When you plan to use to upgrade your DFS domain namespace to 2008 Mode there are some requirements: - The forest uses the Windows Server 2003 or higher forest functional level - The domain uses the Windows Server 2008 or higher domain functional level - All namespace servers are running Windows Server 2008 or (2008
- [MDT 2010 Update 1 Beta Released](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/14/mdt-2010-update-1-beta-released/) - The Solution Accelerators Team have released Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2010 Update 1 Beta and would like your feedback. Download the beta now at https://connect.microsoft.com/site14/Downloads/DownloadDetails.aspx?DownloadID=8689 MDT 2010 Update 1 provides new capabilities, such as: · Support for Microsoft Office 2010. · A new User-driven Installation (UDI) deployment method (formerly known as “Modena”) for Microsoft System Center
- [MDT HP,Lenovo,Dell tools for getting the right drivers for a specific model](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/12/mdt-hplenovodell-tools-for-getting-the-right-drivers-for-a-specific-model/) - When you search a driver for a specific model you always go to the HP, Dell, Lenovo, Dell site and then you go to download section and chose the model of your pc/laptop and os version and download the drivers. The Are some handy tools for you: Dell Tool: Dell makes drivers driver CABs which
- [HP Virtual Connect for Dummies](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/10/hp-virtual-connect-for-dummies/) - Do you want to now what HP Virtual Connect means: Check out the HP Virtual Connect for Dummies PDF. To Download click on the Picture.
- [Group Policy Search & Which registry i just set???](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/09/group-policy-search-which-registry-i-just-set/) - When you configuring Group Policy’s you ask your self always witch registry setting i have just set. There are some People witch build a nice site. Where you can find info about policy settings such as supported on which OS. Also you find witch registry key that is. Check out the site: http://gps.cloudapp.net/.
- [WAIK Add Drivers to a Wim File](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/09/waik-add-drivers-to-a-wim-file/) - Some handy Windows 7 Waik commands to add drivers to a wim file. Before you start copy the wim file to your harddisk 1. Some information about the Wim: Dism /Get-WimInfo /WimFile:d:\boot.wim 2. Mount the wim file to a folder: Dism /Mount-Wim /index:1 /WimFile:d:\boot.wim /MountDir:d:\mountpe 3. Add the Driver: Dism /Image:d:\mountpe /Add-Driver /Driver:d:\nic\b57nd60x.inf 4. Close
- [Storage Virtualization for Dummies](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/06/storage-virtualization-for-dummies/) - Do you want to now what Storage Virtualization is: Check out the free PDF Storage Virtualization for Dummies. To Download click on the picture
- [Defrag your Virtual Machines (VMs’)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/06/defrag-your-virtual-machines-vms/) - Just like any other operating system, over time, a disk will become fragmented. Virtual machines are no different. The time that it takes for a disk to become fragmented depends on what data is being added to and removed from the virtual machine hard drive. Why use MyDefrag instead of the standard Windows defragger? Much
- [Best Practices Analyzer Updates for Server 2008 R2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/04/best-practices-analyzer-updates-for-server-2008-r2/) - Update for Best Practices Analyzer for HYPER-V for Windows Server 2008 R2 x64 Edition (KB977238) You can use Hyper-V Best Practices Analyzer to scan a server that is running the Hyper-V role, and help identify configurations that do not comply with the best practices of Microsoft for this role. Update for Best Practices Analyzer for
- [Microsoft Application Compatibility Toolkit (ACT)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/05/03/microsoft-application-compatibility-toolkit-act/) - The Microsoft Application Compatibility Toolkit (ACT) 5.5 is a free tool from Microsoft. It helps customers understand their application compatibility situation by identifying which applications are compatible with the Windows 7 RC and Windows Vista® operating system and which require further testing. ACT helps customers lower their costs for application compatibility testing, prioritize their applications,
- [Free eBook! Understanding Microsoft Virtualization R2 Solutions](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/04/29/free-ebook-understanding-microsoft-virtualization-r2-solutions/) - There is a second release from: Understanding Microsoft virtualization Solutions updated for Windows 2008 R2. 480 Pages. The ultimate virtualization guide for IT professionals and decision makers. Download Click on the Picture
- [EBook: Introducing Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/04/28/ebook-introducing-microsoft-sql-server-2008-r2/) - Microsoft released SQL Server 2008 R2 to manufacturing (RTM). To promote this new version they have released a free ebook: Introducing Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2. To download the ebook just click on the picture.
- [Restore an Windows 7 Capture with MDT 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/04/23/restore-an-windows-7-capture-with-mdt-2010/) - Step1: Import the Capture Image. You can find the capture file at \server\deploymentshare$\Capture or x:\deploymentshare\capture. If you have already imported Windows 7 DVD. You can chose for Sysprep and Setup files are not needed. The Setup will copy them automatically when de Capture wil be deployed. Step 2. Create a Normal Client Task
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- [MDT 2010 Deploy per Computer of per Model MDT DataBase Config](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/03/15/mdt-2010-deploy-per-computer-of-per-model-mdt-database-config/) - Met MDT 2010 kun je ook Applicaties per Model of per Computer deployen. In het artikel MDT 2010 Deploy per Computer of per Model heb ik uitgelegd om de juiste te achter halen. Per Computer: Per Model (Getest met een Virtuele XP Machine):
- [VMWare View GPO settings](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/03/13/vmware-view-gpo-settings/) - Group Policy settings die je moet zetten onder Remote Desktop VMWare View Client GPO settings - Enable the shade - Pin the shade - Don't check monitor alignment on spanning - Color depth - Desktop background - Show contents of window while dragging - Menu and window animation - Themes - Cursor shadow - Font
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- [VMWare View XP Template](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/03/09/vmware-view-xp-template/) - Installatie XP 1. Windows XP SP3 ISO nodig 2. Maak een XP virtuele machine aan met een buslogic harddisk van 16GB en 512MB geheugen 2. Maak een een harddisk aan van SCSI harddisk aan van 16GB. 3. Boot vanaf de ISO 4. Mount the vmscsi-1.2.0.2.flp” 5. Op de VM ga naar edit settings en dan
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- [Virtualization EcoShell](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/01/13/virtualization-ecoshell/) - De meeste van ons kennen PowerGui van Quest. Hier mee kun je powerpacks maken van Powershell Scripts. Aangezien Quest Software Vizioncore heeft overgenomen. Heeft een Vizioncore een gratis en handig product op de markt gezet genaamd: Virtualization EcoShell. Dit stukje software wordt gesponserd door VizionCore. De makers van deze tool zijn de VESI™ Community. Wat
- [VMware vSphere PowerCLI](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/01/12/vmware-vsphere-powercli/) - Als je wilt beginnen met PowerCLi. zijn de volgende twee PDF’s erg handig om bij de hand te hebben. VMware vSphere PowerCLI 4.0 U1 PowerCLI Quick Reference van virtu-al.net
- [Microsoft Security Essentials voor XP uit rollen met MDT](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/01/09/microsoft-security-essentials-voor-xp-uit-rollen-met-mdt/) - 1.Maak onder Application een map aan genaamd Microsoft Security Essentials Kopieer naar deze map de file mssefullinstall-x86fre-nl-nl-xp. Dit kun je natuurlijk ook voor de Windows 7 versie doen. 2. Open MDT . Ga naar Applications en kies voor New Application without source files or somewhere else on the network 3. Vul de juiste gegeven in.
- [Mcafee framepkg.exe uitrol met MDT](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/01/09/mcafee-framepkg-exe-uitrol-met-mdt/) - Mcafee framepkg.exe in MDT hangen voor automatische uitrol. 1.Maak onder Application een map aangenaamt Mcafee Epo Agent. Kopieer naar deze map de file framepkg.exe 2. Open MDT . Ga naar Applications en kies voor New Application without source files or somewhere else on the network 3. Vul de juiste gegeven in. Mcafee EPO Agent 4.5
- [Mcafee framepkg.exe creeren uit Mcafee ePolicy Orchestrator voor automatisch uitrol](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2010/01/09/mcafee-framepkg-exe-creeren-uit-mcafee-epolicy-orchestrator-voor-automatisch-uitrol/) - 1. Open ePolicy Orchestrator 2. Open Menu à System à System Tree 3. System Tree Action à New Systems 4. Kies voor Create and download agent installation package Vink use Credentials uit. Kies vervolgens uit de lijst welke agent je wilt deployen En klik op OK 5. Sla de FramePkg ergens op je schijf op.
- [MDT AMD PCNET32 (AMD Am79C790A0) driver voor VMWARE](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/28/mdt-amd-pcnet32-amd-am79c790a0-driver-voor-vmware/) - Heel veel mensen gebruiken MDT om via windows PE boot via PXE Boot om een nieuw OS uit te rollen binnen VMWare. Heel veel mensen rollen standaard een XP of een 2003 machine uit. Standaard kiest VMWare voor de flexible adapter de AMD PCNET32 adapter. Alleen als je de driver gebruikt die standaard met VMWare
- [Configureren van Forefront Threat Management Gateway](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/24/configureren-van-forefront-threat-management-gateway/) - Stap 1 Configureer Network Settings Stap 2. Configure System Settings Stap 3. Define Deployment Options Ik schakel web protection en netwerk inspection system uit. Puur omdat hiervoor een extra abonnent nodig is of je kunt van de trail versie gebruik maken. Stap 4. Web Access Policy Wizard Ik heb een groep
- [Installeren Forefront Threat Management Gateway 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/24/installeren-forefront-threat-management-gateway-2010/) - 1. Zorg voor een 2008 R2 Machine die in het domain hangt. 2. Zorg dat je de laatste update geïnstalleerd zijn. 3. Start installatie 3. Run de Preparation Tool 4. Forefront TMG Installation Wizard TMG is geïnstalleerd.
- [Fijne Kerstdagen](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/24/fijne-kerstdagen/) - Hele fijne kerstdagen toegewenst. Ward Vissers
- [Hoe DFS Access Based Enumeration kortweg ABE inrichten](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/23/hoe-dfs-access-based-enumeration-kortweg-abe-inrichten/) - 1. Windows 2008 R2 machine geïnstalleerd. Distributed File System Geïnstalleerd 2. DFS Aangemaakt genaamd: \wardvissers.local\public 2. Optie 1: dfsutil property ABE enable \wardvissers.local\public Optie 2: Via Properties op de Public Namespace die ik aangemaakt heb 3. Even een gebruiker aangemaakt genaamd Ward. 3 Mappen aangemaakt Systeembeheer, Algemeen en Directie of 3 security
- [Exchange 2010 Edge Server installatie op Windows 2008 R2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/21/exchange-2010-edge-server-installatie-op-windows-2008-r2/) - 1. DNSSUFFIX in stellen. 2. Even Adam Installeren. Opties 1:Server Roles Optie 2: cmd.exe /c start /w pkgmgr.exe /iu:"DirectoryServices-ADAM" 3. Exchange 2010 Edge Installeren 4. Edge Rol geïnstalleerd
- [MDT 2010 Geen Extra Systeem Partitie Windows 7 & 2008 R2 ivm Bitlocker](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/20/mdt-2010-geen-extra-systeem-partitie-windows-7-2008-r2-ivm-bitlocker/) - Wanneer je een Windows 7 of een Windows 2008 R2 machine uitrolt wordt er een extra partitie aangemaakt van 100 tot maximaal 300mb voor bitlocker. Ga je toch geen gebruik maken van Bitlocker dan moet je de volgende regel toevoegen aan Customsettings.ini: DoNotCreateExtraPartition = YES dan wordt namelijk er geen extra partitie aangemaakt. Bron: Frontslash
- [MDT 2010 Join Domain](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/20/mdt-2010-join-domain/) - Kopieer de volgende gegevens in Customsettings.ini. Indien de computer al bestaan blijft hij in de huidige OU staan. Indien het een nieuwe computer is zal in mijn geval onder de test ou terecht komen. SkipDomainMembership=YES JoinDomain=wardvissers.local DomainAdmin=administrator DomainAdminDomain=wardvissers.local DomainAdminPassword=************ MachineObjectOU=OU=Test,DC=wardvissers,DC=local
- [Event ID 4004 The DFS Replication service stopped replication on the replicated folder at local path C:\Windows\SYSVOL\domain.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/18/event-id-4004-the-dfs-replication-service-stopped-replication-on-the-replicated-folder-at-local-path-cwindowssysvoldomain/) - Oplossing Deel 1: A newly promoted Windows 2008 domain controller may fail to advertise after completion of DCpromo Oplossing Deel 2: Error: 997 (Overlapped I/O operation is in progress.) DPM Data Protector Manager Agent verwijderd DFS Replication service opnieuw opgestart Eventviewer En gelukkig werkt alles weer naar behoren.
- [Website verhuist naar snellere server](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/16/website-verhuist-naar-snellere-server/) - De website wordt gehost door PCextreme. Dit was eerst op een Dynamic Medium abonnement. Maar door traagheid heb ik besloten deze te verhuizen naar Premium Small. Ik hoop dat hiermee de performance problemen weg zijn.
- [Event id 7005 Microsoft Exchange couldn't read the configuration from the Active Directory directory service & The Windows Cluster Service encountered an error during function OpenCluster](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/15/event-id-7005-microsoft-exchange-couldnt-read-the-configuration-from-the-active-directory-directory-service-the-windows-cluster-service-encountered-an-error-during-function-opencluster/) - Exchange 2007 CCR gehad van het weekend. Kreeg de volgende melding in de eventviewer en in de gui. Event Viewer: GUI: Oplossing: Gestopt. Daarna was de melding nog steeds niet weg in de GUI. In de event viewer wel. Aangezien deze toch als passieve draait maar even herstart uitgevoerd. Nu is alles weer netjes in
- [Even ID 8207 Error updating public folder with free/busy information on virtual machine E2K7CCR. The error number is 0x80040111.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/15/even-id-8207-error-updating-public-folder-with-freebusy-information-on-virtual-machine-e2k7ccr-the-error-number-is-0x80040111/) - Oplossing: Controleer of de Public Folder op mounted staat. Dit was niet het geval. Gemount. Problem Solved :D
- [Windows 7 Control Panel Items](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/15/windows-7-control-panel-items/) - Control Panel Item Naam Action Center Microsoft.ActionCenter (Windows 7 and later only) Administrative Tools Microsoft.AdministrativeTools AutoPlay Microsoft.AutoPlay Backup and Restore Microsoft.BackupAndRestore (Windows 7 and later only) Biometric Devices Microsoft.BiometricDevices (Windows 7 and later only) BitLocker Drive Encryption Microsoft.BitLockerDriveEncryption Color Management Microsoft.ColorManagement Credential Manager Microsoft.CredentialManager (Windows 7 and later only) Date and Time Microsoft.DateAndTime Default Location
- [Office 2010 uitrollen met MDT 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/11/office-2010-uitrollen-met-mdt-2010/) - 1. Extract de Office versie x86: en_office_professional_plus_2010_beta_x86_x16-19227.exe /extract:D:\Office2010x86 x64: en_office_professional_plus_2010_beta_x64_x16-19234.exe /extract:D:\Office2010x64 2. 3. 4. Nu is Office 2010 klaar om uitgerold te worden.
- [Exchange 2010 Rollup 1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/11/exchange-2010-rollup-1/) - Exchange 2010 is niet zo heel lang geleden uitgekomen. Nu heeft Microsoft al haar eerste rollup update voor Exchange 2010 vrijgegeven. Lijst met fixen: - Exchange Server 2010 users cannot open certain attachments when they access their mailboxes by using Outlook Web App - Meeting requests that are sent to a room mailbox are not
- [MDT 2010 Unattend.txt error The Specified Setup script file c:\minint\unattend.txt is inaccessible of invalid.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/09/mdt-2010-unattend-txt-error-the-specified-setup-script-file-cminintunattend-txt-is-inaccessible-of-invalid/) - Ik krijg de volgende error bij MDT bij het uitrollen van een XP Machine. The Specified Setup script file (c:\minint\unattend.txt) is inaccessible of invalid. Contact your system administrator. litetouch.log bdd.log Overige logs zijn allemaal succesvol. Overzicht LOG’s Ik heb van alles geprobeerd ik krijg steeds de volgende melding terug. OS & KEY zijn
- [Exfolders Public Folder Management Tool voor Exchange 2010 & Exchange 2007](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/08/exfolders-public-folder-management-tool-voor-exchange-2010-exchange-2007/) - Exchange Management Team heeft de opvolger van PFDADMIN genaamd ExFolder beschikbaar gesteld. Exfolders werkt alleen voor Exchange 2007 & Exchange 2010. Met dit programma kun je rechten beheren op Public Folders. Downloaden doe je HIER. Het programma heeft wel een paar installatie eisen. - Het werkt alleen vanaf een Exchange 2010 server met de Microsoft
- [VMWare View 4.0](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/08/vmware-view-4-0/) - VMWare heeft de nieuwe versie van View vrijgegeven met de ondersteuning van PCoIP Features: -Simplified Desktop Management - Automated Desktop Provisioning - Advanced Virtual Desktop Image Management - Su-erior End User Experience - Built-in Security - Availability and Scalability - Streamlined Application Management - Offline Desktop (Experimental) - Windows 7 Support (Technology Preview) - Thin
- [Core Configurator 2.0 (Windows Server 2008 R2)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/07/core-configurator-2-0-windows-server-2008-r2/) - Core Configurator V2 is beschibaar voor Windows Server 2008 R2 Core editie Core Configuration taken omvatten: Product Licensing Netwerkfuncties Dcpromo ISCSI Instellingen Server rollen en functies Gebruiker en Groepsrechten Share aanmaken en Verwijderen Dynamische Firewall-instellingen Display | Screensaver Instellingen Toevoegen & Verwijderen Drivers Proxyinstellingen Windows Updates (Inclusief WSUS) Multipath I / O Hyper-V inclusief virtuele
- [Quick Reference voor Server Core Installaties voor 2008 & R2 edities](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/07/quick-reference-voor-server-core-installaties-voor-2008-r2-edities/) - Handige samenvattingen van de meest voorkomende procedures en commando's gebruikt om de Server Core installaties beheren. Klik op het plaatje om bij de download te komen.
- [Active Directory / Domain Naming System Convergentie Check Utility](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/06/active-directory-domain-naming-system-convergentie-check-utility/) - Domain Naming System Convergentie Check Utility is een “script/tool” om een nieuwe ingerichte domain controller op de juiste wijze functioneert. Het test namelijk de ad replicatie en of dns op de juiste wijze werkt. Downloaden doe je HIER Uitvoering: DNSconvergeCheck.cmd “domaincontroller1” “"domaincontroller2” “FQDN” > dnslog.txt DNSLOG.txt ['DNSconvergeCheck' begins] - Confirming source name server [DNS] is
- [MDT Wachtwoord Wijzigen van een OS taak](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/06/mdt-wachtwoord-wijzigen-van-een-os-taak/) - Voor de desbetreffende Windows XP, Windows 2003 task klik properties en ga dan naar het tabblad OS info. Pas het wachtwoord aan in de sysprep.inf & unattend.txt Voor de desbetreffende Windows 7 & Windows Vista & Windows 2008 & Windows 2008 R2 task klik properties en ga dan naar het tabblad OS info. Klik op
- [Windows 2008 Feature Componet Overview](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/03/windows-2008-feature-componet-overview/) - Deze poster geeft een visuele beeld van de belangrijkste technologieën in Windows Server 2008 R2. Onderwerpen Active Directory Domain Services, Hyper-V, Internet Information Services, Remote Desktop Services (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)), BranchCache en DirectAccess technologieën.
- [MDT IT Organisatie wijzigen](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/01/mdt-it-organisatie-wijzigen/) - Stel je bent aan het deployen en je ergert je aan de naam IT Organization Wijzigen doe je met de variable _SMSTSORGNAME in de customsettings.ini file. Bijvoorbeeld [Settings] Priority=Default Properties=MyCustomProperty [Default] OSInstall=Y _SMSTSORGNAME=Ward ICT Test Omgeving
- [MDT Achtergrond Wijzigen](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/01/mdt-achtergrond-wijzigen/) - Open de MDT Deployment Share Properties In de twee tabs Windows PE x86 Settings & Windows PE x64 Settings vind de instellingen. Bijvoorbeeld: Windows PE x86 Settings Onder Windows PE Customizations vind je Custom Background Bitmap file: Deze verwijst standaard naar: %installdir%\Samples\Background.bmp Eigenlijke map is: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Deployment Toolkit\Samples Her noem het de huidige
- [vSphere Client op Windows 7 32 & 64bits](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/11/26/vsphere-client-op-windows-7-32-64bits/) - VMWare heeft vorige week Update 1 voor vSphere vrijgegeven. Met deze update wordt de vSphere client volledig ondersteund op Windows 7 & Windows 2008 R2. Download de client (Je moet wel een account hebben om in te loggen)
- [VMWare vSphere ESX 4 Update 1 informatie](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/11/26/vmware-vsphere-esx-4-update-1-informatie/) - Collega van mij Virtual Ief heeft een mooi artikel geschreven waarin een complete over zicht van alle updates die Update 1 voor vSphere 4 beschreven zijn. Lees het complete artikel hier VMware ESX 4 Update 1 verbeteringen: - VMware View 4.0 - Windows 7 and Windows 2008 R2 support - Enhanced Clustering Support for Microsoft
- [Nieuwe RSS Feed Url](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/03/nieuwe-rss-feed-url/) - Ik heb de oude RSS reader weer in gebruik genomen. Namelijk feedburner doet er heel… lang… over voordat hij mijn RSS weer eens gaat gebruiken het was soms wel eens 1,5 dag. WAS: http://feeds.feedburner.com/wardvissers/ Nieuwe RSS url: http://www.wardvissers.nl/feed/ (Wordpress standaard RSS)
- [Gratis E-Boek: Introductie Windows Server 2008 R2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/10/25/gratis-e-boek-introductie-windows-server-2008-r2/) - Microsoft Press geeft weer een gratis e-boek als pdf weg:: Introductie Windows Server 2008 R2. Het is een vrij kort boek dat bestaat uit 200 pagina's. Onderwerpen: Hoofdstuk 1 Wat is nieuw in Windows Server R2 Hoofdstuk 2 Installatie en Configuratie: Het toevoegen R2 You Wereld Hoofdstuk 3 Hyper-V: Scaling en het migreren van virtuele
- [Gratis E-Boek Exchange 2010 A Practical Approach](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/10/27/gratis-e-boek-exchange-2010-a-practical-approach/) - Gratis exemplaar van de "Exchange 2010 - een praktische benadering" e-Boek door Exchange MVP Jaap Wesselius Aan de slag met Wat is verwijderd Welke nieuwe functies zijn toegevoegd Exchange Server 2010 en Active Directory Exchange Server coëxistentie Server rollen
- [Office 2003 Slipstream](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/12/01/office-2003-slipstream/) - Office 2003 Slipstream Commando’s X:\Setup.exe /a MSINODISABLEMEDIA=1 msiexec /p C:\SP2\MAINSP3ff.msp /a C:\Office2003\PRO11.msi SHORTFILENAMES=TRUE /qb
- [Fix voor Adobe Flash player & IE8](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/11/20/fix-voor-adobe-flash-player-ie8/) - Er zijn wat problemen met de Flash 10.0.32.18 versie. Deze geeft wat problemen om uit te rollen naar clients die geen admin rechten hebben. Waarschijnlijk hebben de adobe software designers een aantal register key aangepast welke standaard niet de goede rechten krijgen. Maar je kunt flash versie 10.0.32.18 gewoon uitrollen als je de volgende stappen
- [Update Rollup 1 voor Exchange Server 2007 Service Pack 2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/11/20/update-rollup-1-voor-exchange-server-2007-service-pack-2/) - Microsoft heeft Rollup 1 voor Exchange 2007 SP2 vrijgegeven. Hier zitten een aantal belangrijke fixen daarom adviseert om deze update ook te installeren. Een paar belangrijke punten die nu gefixt zijn die vooral betrekking hebben in geclusterde omgevingen: - Some databases intermittently do not come back online when a cluster failover occurs in an Exchange
- [MDT 2010 Toetsenbord Instellingen Windows 7 & Windows 2008 (R2).](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/11/20/mdt-2010-toetsenbord-instellingen-windows-7-windows-2008-r2/) - Tijdens het uitrollen van een OS wil je dat alle instellingen zodat Tijdzone, Land Instellingen & Toetsenboard instellingen automatisch goed worden gezet tijdens het deployen. Alleen als je de instellingen van toetsenbord instellingen in CustomSettings.ini zet worden deze niet altijd doorgevoerd. CustomSettings.ini Instellingen: TimeZoneName=W. Europe Standard Time TimeZone=110 AreaCode=0413 UserLocale=nl-NL InputLocale=nl-US KeyboardLocale=0413:00000409 Ik vond op
- [Recovering Exchange 2010 Server](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/11/18/recovering-exchange-2010-server/) - Ik had geen tijd om Exchange 2010 RC server Af te breken dus server uitgezet en de vm verwijderd. Database ook netjes verplaatst of verwijderd. Aangezien het toch maar een test machine was en niet de een “productie” vm versie maakte dit niet uit want ik kwam tijd te kort en dan hebben we het
- [Exchange Server 2010 Deployment Assistant](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/11/14/exchange-server-2010-deployment-assistant/) - Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 introduceert de Exchange Deployment assistent. Een nieuw web-based tool die u kunt gebruiken voor een Exchange implementatie. Exchange Deployment assistent vraagt een met een paar vragen over uw huidige omgeving en genereert vervolgens een aangepaste checklist en procedures die bijdragen met de migratie naar Exchange 2010. Het is momenteel nog in
- [Exchange 2010 RTM te downloaden](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/11/11/exchange-2010-rtm-te-downloaden/) - Exchange 2010 RTM is deze week uitgekomen. We kunnen eindelijke met de final versie gaan spelen. Gelukkig heb ik van het werk een MSDN account en kan ik de final versie gaan bekijken. In de aankomende weken zullen er meer artikelen verschijnen over Exchange 2010. Hier onder een lijst met downloads van Microsoft die met
- [Installatie System Center Data Protectie Manager 2010 op Windows 2008 R2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/11/10/installatie-system-center-data-protectie-manager-2010-op-windows-2008-r2/)
- [VCP410 Examen gehaald](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/11/06/vcp410-examen-gehaald/) - Vanmiddag heb ik het VCP410 examen gehaald en mag me zelf nu gelukkig prijzen dat ik mijn VCP titel behaald heb. Wat ik gedaan heb om het te halen staat allemaal hier onder: Cursus VMware vSphere: Install, Configure, Manage PDF’s VMware Certified Professional on vSphere 4 Blueprint VMware Education Services VMware vSphere 4.0 Documentatie vSphere
- [MDT 2010 Selection Profiles](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/11/05/mdt-2010-selection-profiles/) - Een selectie profiel is een profiel waarin je kunt opgeven wat je allemaal kunt meenemen tijdens een deployment. Dit is het beste te gebruiken is voor drivers. Als voorbeeld maak ik een VMWare X64 bit drivers selectie profiel. Finish Nu kunt je dit profiel gebruiken bij een Task of bij het updaten van Deployment.
- [System Center Essentials 2010 800706AB Error](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/11/04/system-center-essentials-2010-800706ab-error/) - Ik kreeg een error toen ik een computer aan System Center Essentials 2010 wou toevoegen. Error 800706AB Oplossing: Dit was gelukkig iets simpels. Ik had van desbetreffende host per ongeluk dns record verwijderd.
- [VMWare Windows Host Performance Tuning](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/10/30/vmware-windows-host-performance-tuning/) - VMWoptimalisatie.reg Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00 [HKEY_USERS\.DEFAULT\Control Panel\Desktop] "ScreenSaveActive"="0" "SCRNSAVE.EXE"="C:\WINDOWS\system32\scrnsave.scr" [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Control Panel\Desktop] "ScreenSaveActive"="1" "ScreenSaverIsSecure"="1" "SCRNSAVE.EXE"="C:\WINDOWS\system32\scrnsave.scr" [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\FileSystem] "NtfsDisableLastAccessUpdate"=dword:00000001 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon] "DisableCAD"=dword:00000001 Uitzetten Time Servicec.cmd net stop w32time sc config w32time start= disabled Aanzetten Time Sync VMWare Tools.cmd “C:\Program Files\VMware\VMware Tools\VMWareService.exe” –cmd “vmx.set_option synctime 0 1”
- [VMWare Workstation 7 is vrijgegeven door VMWare](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/10/28/vmware-workstation-7-is-vrijgegeven-door-vmware/) - VMWare heeft VMWare Workstation 7 vrijgegeven door VMWare. De volgende nieuwe OS worden ondersteund: - Windows 7 Home Basic - Windows 7 Premium - Windows 7 Business - Windows 7 Enterprise - Windows 7 Ultimate - Windows 2008 SP2, R2 - Windows Vista SP2 Nieuwe Features: - Windows 7 - Aero - Windows XP Mode
- [Installeren System Center Essentials 2010 Beta op Windows 2008 R2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/11/03/installeren-system-center-essentials-2010-beta-op-windows-2008-r2/) - Je hebt minimaal 2GB nodig om System Center Essentials 2010 te kunnen installeren. Microsoft adviseert 4GB. Voor installatie van alle functies heb je 150GB nodig als je de virtualisatie software ook wilt installeren. Ik heb in mijn test omgeving al een SQL Server geïnstalleerd staan. Dus deze ga ik hiervoor ook gebruiken. Gebruik hier
- [Configureer System Center Essentials 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/11/04/configureer-system-center-essentials-2010/) - Helaas ziet hij nog niet mijn Exchange 2010 Server
- [vLogView – Gratis Tool voor het beheren van ESX Server Logs](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/11/01/vlogview-gratis-tool-voor-het-beheren-van-esx-server-logs/) - vLogView is een Windows applicatie waarmee log bestanden van ESX servers bekeken kunnen worden. Het kan geïnstalleerd worden op computers van beheerders die VMWare ESX omgeving beheren, en biedt de mogelijkheid voor het opslaan, bekijken en doorzoeken ESX Server log-bestanden van meerdere ESX Servers, op een heel makkelijke manier. vLogView heeft een connectie nodig met
- [Uitrol opties voor Office 2010.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/10/30/uitrol-opties-voor-office-2010/) - Microsoft office heeft in een Schema weergegeven welke uitrol mogelijkheden er zijn voor Office 2010. In dit schema heeft Microsoft aangegeven welke uitrol methode in welke situatie gebruikt kan worden. Welke Limieten aan elke uitrol zitten en welke aanbevelingen Microsoft hier over heeft. Tevens worden aangegeven welke Tools je nodig hebt voor elke uitrol. Er
- [Iomega StorCenter ix2-200 NFS Share koppelen aan ESX(i) vSphere](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/10/28/iomega-storcenter-ix2-200-nfs-share-koppelen-aan-esxi-vsphere/) - 1. Zorg dat je een VMkerel poort heb met een ip adres in de reeks van van Iomega StorCenter. 2. Ga naar Inventory –> Host & Clusters –> Configuration –> Storage. 3. Add Storage –> Next 4. In de afbeelding heb ik de juiste gegevens ingevuld –> Next folder = /nfs/(jefoldernaam) 5. Next 6. Finish
- [Iomega StorCenter ix2-200 NFS Share aan maken voor vSphere](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/10/27/iomega-storcenter-ix2-200-nfs-share-aan-maken-voor-vsphere/) - 1. Ga naar Device door middel van http://ip adres of via IoMega StorCenter Software 2. Tabblad Settings 3. Network Services 4. NFS 5. Enable NFS Services & Apply 6. Tabblad Shared Storage 7. Klik op Add 8. Apply & daarna OK 9. Overzicht Shares. Je kunt nu de share vmware toevoegen
- [Exchange Get All Members From Distributie Group](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/10/22/exchange-get-all-members-from-distributie-group/) - Het script: GetAllMembersFromDistributionGroup.sp1 foreach($group in Get-DistributionGroup) { write-output "GroupName:$group " Get-DistributionGroup $group | ft alias,primarysmtpaddress Write-output "GroupsMembers:" Get-DistributionGroupMember $group | ft alias,primarysmtpaddress write-output ' ' } Sla het op in de Exchange Scripts map. Uitvoeren: GetAllMembersFromDistributionGroup.sp1 > c:\GetAllMembersFromDistributionGroup.txt Doe je voordeel er mee.
- [Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) Tool: Wizard Editor](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/10/20/microsoft-deployment-toolkit-mdt-tool-wizard-editor/) - De Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MTD) wizard Editor is een eenvoudig. NET 2.0 applicatie ontworpen om te helpen bij het proces van het bewerken van de XML bestanden, die gebruikt worden door de Microsoft Deployment Toolkit. Functies beschikbaar in de huidige versie: Bewerken. De Wizard Editor kan bestanden openen. Via een wizard, toevoegen en verwijderen van
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- [XP client geeft Deployment & Inventory error in SCE 2007](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/10/05/xp-client-geeft-deployment-inventory-error-in-sce-2007/) - 1. Client Agent verwijderen in System Center 2. Register key's verwijderen (Alles) onder HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\WindowsUpdate A Windows 2000-based, Windows Server 2003-based, or Windows XP-based computer that was set up by using a Windows 2000, Windows Server 2003, or Windows XP image does not appear in the WSUS console 3. Opnieuw opstarten 4. Inloggen als administrator 5.
- [SCE 2007 Agent Install Unknown error 0x80072971](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/10/03/sce-2007-agent-install-unknown-error-0x80072971/) - ERROR: The Essentials Server failed to acquire lock to remote computer . This means there is already an agent management operation proceeding on this computer, please retry the Push Agent operation after some time. Operation: Agent Install Install account: Error Code: 80072971 Error description: Unknown error 0x80072971 Oplossing: Je zal dit probleem tegen komen op
- [MDT update deployment share error Wingapi.dll wanneer geüpgraded wordt van MDT 2008 naar MDT 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/10/03/mdt-update-deployment-share-error-wingapi-dll-wanneer-gepgraded-wordt-van-mdt-2008-naar-mdt-2010/) - MDT 2010 Unable to load DLL 'wimgapi.dll': The specified module could not be found. Exception from HRESULT: 0x8007007E Kopieer C:\Program Files\Windows AIK\Tools\x86\wimgapi.dll naar C:\Program Files\Windows Imaging & c:\windows\system32 LET OP onder C:\Program Files\Windows Imaging staat al een wingapi.dll hernoem deze voordat je de dll kopieerd. BRON
- [Beta te downloaden van Microsoft System Center Essentials 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/10/01/beta-te-downloaden-van-microsoft-system-center-essentials-2010/) - Microsoft heeft de bèta vrijgegeven van Microsoft System Center Essentials 2010. Bekijk HIER de interessante video van Microsoft met de nieuwe features die in 2010 zitten. Microsoft raad het af om Microsoft System Center Essentials 2010 beta niet te installeren in een productie omgeving waar Essentials 2007 al draait. Release Notes for System Center Essentials
- [vAlarm - Gratis Desktop Tool voor Monitoring vCenter Alarms](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/10/01/valarm-gratis-desktop-tool-voor-monitoring-vcenter-alarms/) - Xtravirt heeft een gratis tooltje vrij gegeven wat alarms monitort die zijn genereert door vCenter. Het tooltje communiceert om de zoveel minuten met vCenter en kijkt of er nog alarms zijn en deze geeft hij weer met een popup op de taak balk in notificatie arena. Het tooltje werkt niet met ESX 4i als host
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- [De fix voor installatie van Exchange 2007 SP2 met Windows 2008 R2 Domain Controllers](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/09/25/de-fix-voor-installatie-van-exchange-2007-sp2-met-windows-2008-r2-domain-controllers/) - Microsoft heeft bijgewerkte prerequisite files vrijgegeven voor Exchange 2007 SP2 met Windows 2008 R2 domein controllers. URL: Exchange 2007 SP2 Setup mislukt als alle domeincontrollers Windows Server 2008 R2 draaien. Met deze update moet de installatie goed gaan 1. Download en extract Exchange 2007 SP2. 2. Download het bijgewerkte ExBPA.PreReqs.xml en ExBPA.Readiness.xml bestanden. Let op:
- [MDT automatisch windows updates via WSUS laten installeren tijdens het deployen van het OS.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/08/06/mdt-automatisch-updates-via-wsus-laten-installeren-tijdens-het-deployen-van-het-os/) - 1. Ga naar je distributieshare: 2. Open de control map 3. Open CustomSettings.ini 4. Voeg onder aan, het volgende toe WSUSServer=http://jewsusserver 5. Download de volgende 2 bestanden: x86 versions (WindowsUpdateAgent30-x86.exe) at http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=100334. x64 version (WindowsUpdateAgent30-x64.exe) at http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=100335. 6. Kopieer WindowsUpdateAgent30-x64.exe in de x:\Distribution\Tools\x64\ map en de WindowsUpdateAgent30-x64.exe in de x:\Distribution\Tools\x86\ map. 7. Open elke
- [Exporteer alle email adressen onder Exchange 2007 (Public Folder,Mailbox, Mail Contact en Distribution Group) naar een tekstdocument met powershell](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/09/29/exporteer-alle-email-adressen-onder-exchange-2007-public-foldermailbox-mail-contact-en-distribution-group-naar-een-tekstdocument-met-powershell/) - Export alle e-mailadressen van Exchange 2007 omgeving met powershell naar tekst documenten. Als je alle powershell commando’s in een document zet dan heb je alle e-mail adressen. Public Folder Get-Mailpublicfolder | format-list Name, Emailaddresses > c:\publicfolder.txt Mailbox Get-Mailbox | format-list Name, Emailaddresses > c:\mailbox.txt Distributiongroup get-distributiongroup | format-list Name, Emailaddresses > c:\distributiongroup.txt MailContact get-mailcontact |
- [Disconnected mailbox is niet te zien onder Disconnected Mailbox onder Exchange Management Console Exchange 2007](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/09/25/disconnected-mailbox-is-niet-te-zien-onder-disconnected-mailbox-onder-exchange-management-console-exchange-2007/) - Het komt nog wel eens voor dat er binnen Exchange 2007 een gebruiker wordt verwijdert, vervolgens is de mailbox niet meer te zien bij “Disconnected Mailboxes” 1. Test Gebruikers: disconnectmailbox & test2 users heb ik hier voor gebruikt Van deze gebruikers disablen we de mailbox. disconnectmailbox heeft een lege mailbox. Test2 heeft 1
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- [Hoe Office 2007 distribueren met MDT](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/08/18/hoe-office-2007-distribueren-met-mdt/) - 1. “Deployment Workbench” > “Distribution Share” > “Applications” > “New”. 2. Kies voor “Application with source files”. 3. Vul de gegevens in: 4. Geef de locatie van de bestanden op. In mijn geval was dit de Office 2007 DVD. 5. Hoe moet de map heten. 6. Geef bij command line setup.exe in: 7. Finish &
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- [Performance Best Practices for VMware vSphere 4.0](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/07/09/performance-best-practices-for-vmware-vsphere-4-0/) - VMWare heeft een document uitgebracht waar in uitgelegd wordt hoe je de beste performance kunt krijgen in vSphere 4.0 op een aantal gebieden: Deze zijn: hardware keuze, ESX & virtual machines, gast operating systems, en virtual infrastructure management. Hoofdstukken: Hoofdstuk 1, "hardware voor gebruik met VMware vSphere," op pagina 11, geeft aanwijzingen over het selecteren
- [Exchange Tools](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/06/29/exchange-tools/) - Microsoft Exchange Best Practices Analyzer v2.8 De Microsoft Exchange Best Practices Analyzer is bedoeld voor beheerders die willen weten hoe de algehele gezondheid van hun Exchange-servers is. De tool scant Exchange servers en identificeert items die niet in overeenstemming zijn met Microsoft best practices Microsoft Exchange Server User Monitor Gebruik de Microsoft Exchange Server User
- [Hoe een bootable vSphere ESXI 4 USB stick maken](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/06/17/hoe-een-bootable-vsphere-esxi-4-usb-stick-maken/) - ESX 4i vereist minimaal 2048 MB aan geheugen. Je hebt 2 tooltjes nodig om een vSphere ESXI 4.0 USB stick te maken. Je kunt het ook met WinImage doen zie de handleidingen HIER & HIER Maar op een of andere manier krijg ik onder Windows 7 & Windows 7 een error met geen melding dus
- [Sneller opstarten van Exchange Management Shell](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/06/17/sneller-opstarten-van-exchange-management-shell/) - Ik kwam het volgende tegen op de site van Exchange Management Team & Jetze Mellema. Zoals jullie ongetwijfeld weten kan het best wel even duren voordat de Exchange Management Console gestart is, soms duurt het wel 30 seconden voordat je kunt gaan werken. De reden is dat een deel van de code die geladen wordt
- [Offline Defragmentatie Exchange Database in Exchange 2003 & Exchange 2007](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/06/11/offline-defragmentatie-exchange-database-in-exchange-2003-exchange-2007/) - Een Exchange omgeving dient jaarlijks 1 of 2 een offline defragmentatie van een Exchange database gedaan te worden. Hier onder staan een aantal stappen om dit op een juiste manier te doen. Waar moet je allemaal op controleren: - Zorg dat je ongeveer 130-150% vrij ruimte uit om de database te defragmenteren. - De store’s
- [Nvidia Gaming Systeem met Nvidia Chipset = werkend ESX Whitebox](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/07/09/nvidia-gaming-systeem-met-nvidia-chipset-werkend-esx-whitebox/) - Enige tijd geleden was ik ik opzoek naar ESX whitebox waar ik ESX op kon draaien. Mijn huidige server met daarop Windows 2008 met VMware Server kreeg ik met vSphere 4 een paars scherm en een berg foutmeldingen. Na zoeken bleek dit moederbord niet ondersteund te worden. Bale :( Op zoek naar wat anders… Vandaag
- [FTP toegang door een ISA 2006 Firewall](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/06/11/ftp-toegang-door-een-isa-2006-firewall/) - 1. Firewall Policy –> New –> Access Rule 2. 3. 4. All Protocols –> FTP 5. Ik heb hier even gekozen voor dat iedereen mag ftp maar dat kun je natuurlijk ook beperken. 6. We willen natuurlijk wel naar buiten FTP. 7. Je kunt dus beperken op gebruiker of op machine naam. 8. 9.
- [Exchange 2010 hoge beschikbaarheid Video’s door Microsoft Exchange Team](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/06/07/exchange-2010-hoge-beschikbaarheid-videos-door-microsoft-exchange-team/) - Het Microsoft Exchange Team heeft 3 video’s online gezet over hoge beschikbaarheid in Exchange 2010. Deel 1 wordt het concept verteld over de database mobiliteit en de functies van database availability groups (DAGs) en mailbox database copies. In deel 2 wordt verteld hoe je een database availability groups (DAGs) aan maakt en hoe je een
- [Nieuwe gratis versie van StarWind](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/06/09/starwind-for-free/) - StarWind Free is een iSCSI oplossing wat een normale Windows server binnen 10 minuten in een SAN creëert. - 2 TB maximaal aan storage - Onbeperkt aantal connecties - Support voor VMWare, Hyper-V, XenServer, Virtual Iron - Uitgebreide ondersteuning voor VMWare (HA, DRS, Vmotion en VCB) - Ondersteuning voor Windows Clustering zoals SQL Server &
- [Crypt32 and Eventid 8](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/06/04/crypt32-and-eventid-8/) - Nadat ik event id 8 error gegoogled, kwam ik het volgende KB artikel tegen: KB317541 ICT-Freak heeft hiervoor een mooie oplossing geschreven die werkt als een trein: http://ict-freak.nl/2007/02/05/crypt32-and-eventid-8/ Oplossing Scriptje @Echo Source: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/317541 @Echo ######################################## @Echo ## EventID 8 fixup KB317541 ## @Echo ######################################## @Echo Off SET proxycfg = %systemroot%system32proxycfg.exe proxycfg -d -p proxyserver.domain.nl:8080 “*.microsoft.com” Dit scriptje kun
- [Windows 2003 Schema uitbreiden naar Windows 2003 R2 Schema](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/06/04/windows-2003-schema-uitbreiden-naar-windows-2003-r2-schema/) - Hier onder staan de stappen die je moet volgen om de schema uit te breiden naar Windows 2003 R2. 1. Installeer Windows Support Tools. 2. Open command prompt 3. Commando: repadmin /replsum /bysrc /bydest /sort:delta Controleer of dat de fails op 0 staan. 4. Log in op de domain controller welke de schema beheerder
- [VMware vSphere Video’s](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/05/21/vmware-vsphere-videos/) - Een paar interessante video’s van vSphere. LETOP: Je moet wel inloggen op de VMware site om de videos te kunnen bekijken. ESX Installation and Configuration ESXi Installation and Configuration VMware vCenter Server VMware vSphere Client Networking configuration Storage configuration (iSCSI) Create and manage virtual machines · Part 1 - Using the New Virtual Machine Wizard
- [vSphere 4 ESX & ESXi in VMWare Workstation 6.5.2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/05/27/vsphere-4-esx-esxi-in-vmware-workstation-652/) - Zie de volgende scherm afbeeldingen.
- [VMWare vSphere Documentatie](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/05/21/vmware-vsphere-documentatie/) - VMWare heeft eindelijk na lang wachten vSphere voor Download vrij gegeven. VMWare heeft een mooie stukje documentatie vrij geven: PDF’s: Introduction to VMware vSphere Getting Started with ESX ESX and vCenter Server Installation Guide Upgrade Guide Basic System Administration vSphere Web Access Administrator's Guide ESX Configuration Guide Resource Management Guide Availability Guide Fibre Channel SAN
- [Rollup 8 voor Exchange 2007 SP1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/05/21/rollup-8-voor-exchange-2007-sp1/) - Microsoft heeft rollup 8 voor Exchange 2007 SP1 vrij gegeven. Verwachting is dat SP2 voor Exchange 2007 niet lang meer op zich zal wachten: De lijst met wat Microsoft allemaal opgelost heeft: 948856 (http://support.microsoft.com/kb/948856/ ) Event ID 9667 occurs when you create a new named property on an Exchange Server 2007 server 952935 (http://support.microsoft.com/kb/952935/ )
- [SP2 voor Exchange 2007 wordt vrijgegeven in het derde kwartaal dit jaar](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/05/13/sp2-voor-exchange-2007-wordt-vrijgegeven-in-het-derde-kwartaal-dit-jaar/) - SP2 voor Exchange 2007 komt in het derde kwartaal dit jaar. SP2 voor Exchange 2007 heb je nodig wil je upgraden naar Exchange 2010 Mocht je de SP2 niet willen installeren er komen nog een jaar lang updates uit voor Exchange 2007 SP1 na de release van SP2. Hieronder de lijst met belangrijkste nieuwe functies
- [Windows 7 & Windows 2008 R2 verschijnen dit jaar nog!!!](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/05/12/windows-7-windows-2008-r2-verschijnen-dit-jaar-nog/) - Microsoft heeft maandag bekendgemaakt dat Windows 7 nog dit jaar zal worden uitgebracht. De release moet voor de feestdagen een feit zijn. Dinsdag begint het bedrijf met een nieuwe test voor het updatemechanisme van het OS. De onthulling dat Windows 7 in het vierde kwartaal verschijnt, werd gedaan op de maandag begonnen Microsoft Tech Ed-conferentie
- [Hoge Beschikbaarheid in Exchange 2010](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/05/05/hoge-beschikbaarheid-in-exchange-2010/) - Astrid McClean is een technische Product Manager in de Exchange-team. Een van haar taken is hoge beschikbaarheid van Exchange 2010. Het team heeft een aantal fundamentele veranderingen in de wijze van clustering is architected, geïmplementeerd en beheerd met Exchange 2010, en Astrid nam enige tijd in wandeling me door een aantal van de veranderingen. Video:
- [VMWare Converter Handige Tips](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/05/21/vmware-converter-handige-tips/) - Wat doe je allemaal nadat je een Server gevirtualiseerd (P2V) hebt. Doe je het volgende: De Lijst: 1. Installeer je VMware Tools. 2. Verwijder overbodige Software. 3. Stop on nodige services die niet meer gebruikt worden. 4. Open command prompt 5. Type “SET DEVMGR_SHOW_NONPRESENT_DEVICES=1″ en enter 6. “START DEVMGMT.MSC” 7. Wanneer je “Device Manager” open
- [DUCUG Nederlands Citrix Community](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/05/11/ducug-nederlands-citrix-community/) - Een collega van mij Edwin Houben heeft een Community genaamd DUCUG opgezet over Citrix. Alles wat te maken heeft met Citrix wordt hier besproken op het forum. Registreer je op op de site en volg de Citrix community. Alle hulp om hier een geweldig community van te maken is welkom. De volgende onderwerpen worden
- [Video Hoe upgraden van VMware Infrastructure 3 (VI3) naar VMware vSphere 4](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/04/24/video-hoe-upgraden-van-vmware-infrastructure-3-vi3-naar-vmware-vsphere-4/) - VMWare heeft een aantal video’s gemaakt hoe je kunt upgraden van VMware Infrastructure 3 (VI3) naar VMware vSphere. Zie hieronder het upgrade schema. Bekijk hier onder de Upgrade Video’s: Deel 1 van 4 VMware VirtualCenter Management Componenten Deel 2 van 4 VMware ESX Host Migratie Methodes Deel 3 van 4 Virtual Machine Upgrade (VMware
- [Exchange 2010 Installatie Stappen](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/04/16/exchange-2010-installatie-stappen/) - Zie Exchange 2010 Eisen die ik eerder geblogd heb.
- [Eisen om Exchange 2010 te kunnen installeren](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/04/16/eisen-om-exchange-2010-te-kunnen-installeren/) - De beta van Exchange 2010 wordt alleen op Windows 2008 x64 standaard of Enterprise door Microsoft ondersteund. Windows 2008 R2 kan het wel in werken maar het wordt nog niet ondersteund. Zie voor Exchange 2010 blog voor meer infomatie. Look here for Prepare Active Directory and Domains. Algemene Voorbereiding Install Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5.
- [Handige Tool IntelliAdmin Network Administrator](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/04/16/handige-tool-intelliadmin-network-administrator/) - - Valideer-installatie van 2009 Zomertijd Patch (Nieuw-Zeeland en Australië nu inbegrepen). - Pushen 2009 Zomertijd patch voor Windows NT, 2000, XP en 2003 machines - Uischakelen USB Drives - Uitschakelen cd-rom-stations - Uitschakelen Floppy-drives - Voorkom dat de automatische installatie van IE 7 - Voorkom dat de automatische installatie van Internet Explorer 8 - Reboot-Machines
- [Exchange 2010 Beta te Downloaden](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/04/15/exchange-2010-beta-te-downloaden/) - Microsoft heeft de Beta van Exchange 2010 vrij gegeven. De directeur van het exchange management team heeft gemeld dat officiële release van Exchange 2010 eind dit jaar gaat plaats vinden. Download Details: Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 Beta TechNet: Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 (Beta) We hebben weer wat te doen :D Voor installatie informatie check de
- [VMware Server 2.0.1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/04/08/vmware-server-201/) - VMware heeft buildnummer 156745 van zijn virtualisatie software Server 2.0.1 uitgebracht. Dit pakket doet zijn werk onder Linux en Windows en is in staat om via een virtuele machine diverse besturingssystemen op de hostcomputer te laten draaien. Voor de gast computer kan je gebruikmaken van verschillende BSD-varianten, diverse Linux-distributies, Solaris en Windows. Voor meer informatie
- [VMware heeft ESX(i) 3.5 U4 Vrijgegeven](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/03/31/vmware-heeft-esxi-35-u4-vrijgegeven/) - VMware heeft update 4 vrijgegeven. Release info bekijk het HIER. Bekijk zeker de compatability matrix, ESX(i) 3.5 U4 vereist vCenter 2.5 U2 of hoger. Nieuwe ondersteunende Functies PXE booting VMware ESX Server 3i version 3.5 Update 4 Installable is an experimental feature and is supported as such! (http://kb.vmware.com/kb/1008971 , http://kb.vmware.com/kb/1009034) LUN Queue depth throttling for
- [HP heeft nieuwe server lijn de G6 serie](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/03/31/hp-heeft-nieuwe-server-lijn-de-g6-serie/) - HP ProLiant G6 combineert innovatie in energiezuinigheid, virtualisatie en automation. De server is daarmee ideaal voor klanten die next-generation strategieën voor hun datacenters implementeren. De ProLiant G6 servers zijn beschikbaar in elf nieuwe tower, rack en blade platformen, waarmee het de grootste uitrol van ProLiant servers in de geschiedenis van HP is. Als meest energiezuinige
- [USB Device Support binnen VMware ESX 3.x and ESXi](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/03/25/usb-device-support-binnen-vmware-esx-3x-and-esxi/) - Ik was aan het zoeken naar een USB programma of apparaat wat ondersteund wordt door VMWare binnen ESX 3.x en ESXi. Een bedrijf genaamd Xtravirt heeft een mooi document gemaakt waarin het een en ander wordt uitgelegd over UBS support binnen ESX en ESXi. Bekijk het document HIER. Momenteel zijn er de volgende types producten
- [Exchange 2007 & Outlook 2007 Beschikbaarheids Informatie Aanpassen](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/03/09/exchange-2007-outlook-2007-beschikbaarheids-informatie-aanpassen/) - Wat basis informatie over beschikbaarheid informatie in Exchange 2007… Autodiscover helpt Outlook 2007 om diverse web services zoals beschikbaarheids services, , Unified Messaging, Offline Address Book en de Free/Busy informatie voor Outlook 2007 / OWA 2007. Nieuwe beschikbaarheids rechten in Outlook 2007. Outlook heeft nieuwe beschikbaarheid rechten waarmee beperkte of volledige beschikbaarheid wordt weer gegeven.
- [Exchange 2007 Server Installatie Handleiding Updates](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/03/09/exchange-2007-server-installatie-handleiding-updates/) - Server Installatie Unattend Installatie van Exchange 2007 Microsoft heeft de handleidingen voor Installatie van Exchange 2007 aangepast en er is zelfs een nieuwe artikel bijgekomen: Installation Guide Template - Cluster Continuous Replication (Windows 2008) De volgende dingen zijn aangepast aan de Transport Installatie Handleidingen - Hoe de tijdelijke Storage Path aan te passen. - Hoe
- [Rollup 7 voor Microsoft Exchange 2007 SP1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/03/19/rollup-7-voor-microsoft-exchange-2007-sp1/) - Update 7 voor Microsoft Exchange 2007 is vrij gegeven. Downloaden doen je HIER. Deze update heeft 50 updates. Aangezien microsoft een nieuwe manier van testen/controleren van updates heeft is men niet gelukt om alles opgelost te krijgen met Roll-Up 6. Beschrijving van deze update check: KB 960384 946449 A non-read report message is sent
- [BUG in VMWare Toolkit 1.5 tijdens het maken van een Geplande Taak met een Service Account.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/03/19/bug-in-vmware-toolkit-15-tijdens-het-maken-van-een-geplande-taak-met-een-service-account/) - Ik had een probleempje met een scriptje van Collega Ivo Beerens. Hij heeft een mooi script geschreven genaamd Healthscript. Dit wou script wou ik implementeren aangezien ik een nieuwe virtual center center server had ingericht. Ik liep tegen het probleem dat ik het script niet werkend kreeg met een service account user die deze taak
- [Installatie (DPM 2007 SP1) System Center Data Protector Manager SP1 op Windows 2008 x64.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/03/22/installatie-dpm-2007-sp1-system-center-data-protector-manager-sp1-op-windows-2008-x64/) - 1. Vanaf een administrator command prompt voer het volgende uit: start /wait ocsetup.exe SIS-Limited /quiet /norestart. 2. Herstart de PC. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. Na de installatie is het kwestie van de PC her starten en kun je DPM gaan configureren
- [Handmatig installatie DPM 2007 Client](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/03/22/handmatig-installatie-dpm-2007-client/) - DPM is een nieuw product van Microsoft. Aangezien de laatste tijd veel nieuws hoor leek het me verstandig hier een test server voor in te richten. DPM client kan via verschillende manieren uitgerold worden. Via Group Policy, DPM Management Console of hand matig. Hier onder de manier als je de Client handmatig wilt installeren. 1.
- [Paar handige DPM 2007 Linkjes](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/03/22/paar-handige-dpm-2007-linkjes/) - DPM 2007 Troubleshooting Guide http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/bb963868.aspx DPM 2007 Error Code Catalogus http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/bb795681.aspx DPM 2007 Agent installatie errors http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/bb808878.aspx
- [Script om Application Templates voor Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 te installeren](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/03/09/script-om-application-templates-voor-windows-sharepoint-services-30-te-installeren/) - Microsoft een een 40 tal templates beschikbaar gesteld voor Windows Sharepoint Services 3.0 http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/windowsserver/sharepoint/bb407286.aspx Microsoft levert voor deze templates geen installatie op. De installatie gebeurd via de command prompt. Installing application templates for Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 Rob Pellicaan heeft hier voor een mooi script inelkaar gezet die alle templates achter elkaar netjes importeerd. Het
- [Importeren & Exporteren DHCP Reserveringen Windows 2003 Server](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/03/09/importeren-exporteren-dhcp-reserveringen-windows-2003-server/) - Exporteren DHCP Reserveringen netsh dhcp server [ip address] scope [scope address] dump>C:\dhcpreserveringen.txt Open dhcpreserveringen.txt doe een zoek & vervang van de bron IP vervang het IP van door van de server waar hij geïmporteerd moet worden. Controleer of de scope ook nog goed is. Verwijder alles wat overbodig is. Zorg er voor de op de
- [Een computer dat een x64 versie van Windows 2003, of Windows Vista of Windows 2008 herstart spontaan en genereert een stop error, 0x0000001E, 0x000000D1 eventid 1003](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/10/16/een-computer-dat-een-x64-versie-van-windows-2003-of-windows-vista-of-windows-2008-herstart-spontaan-en-genereert-een-stop-error/) - Een computer dat een x64 versie van Windows 2003, of Windows Vista of Windows 2008 herstart spontaan en genereert een stop error. De stop error kan zijn 0x0000001E, 0x000000D1 of een andere Stop error. Het probleem ontstaat waarneer update KB932596 geïnstalleerd wordt. Via de Microsoft KB950772 zelf is hij te krijgen of via www.hotfixr.com
- [Understanding Microsoft Virtualization Solutions from Desktop to Datacenter](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/02/02/understanding-microsoft-virtualization-solutions-from-desktop-to-datacenter-2/) - Microsoft heeft een gratis E-book ter beschikking gesteld waarin verteld wordt over de laatste virtualisatie producten en hoe deze te plannen, implementeren en te managen. De technieken waarover gesproken worden zijn: Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V, System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2009, Microsoft Application Virtualization 4.5, Microsoft Enterprise Desktop Virtualization, and Microsoft Virtual Desktop Infrastructure.
- [Create a Self-Signed Certificate using SSL Diagnostics Tool](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/02/28/create-a-self-signed-certificate-using-ssl-diagnostics-tool/) - Handige tooltje om snel en simpel een Self-Signed Certificate te maken: SSL Diagnostics . Download setup.exe http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?familyid=CABEA1D0-5A10-41BC-83D4-06C814265282&displaylang=en Installeer het tooltje en start het programmatje op. In het hoofd scherm van SSL Diagnostics, rechter muis knop op Website naam (IIS moet wel draaien) (Te zien bij W3SVC/), en klik op Create New Cert.
- [Handige Trukjes van Makecert.exe om te weten](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/02/28/handige-trukjes-van-makecertexe-om-te-weten/) - Creating X.509 Certificates using makecert.exe Creating x.509 certificates is a very common task. Unfortunately the knowledge how to do it is quite rare. If you want a certificate that the whole world would trust you need to buy one, but if you need it for your own use you can create it using a tool
- [Creating a Self-Signed SSL Certificate met MakeCert.exe](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/02/28/creating-a-self-signed-ssl-certificate-met-makecertexe/) - Waar vind je certificaten op je PC Ik begin even met de basis Als u toepassingen gaat ontwikkelen die certificaten vereisen, zult u moeten weten waar de certificaten worden opgeslagen, evenals hoe te om de beheersinterface te navigeren. Er is een MMC (Microsoft Management Console) op elke pc aanwezig. Vanuit deze management console kunt u
- [VMware Server 2.0 Tips and Tricks](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/02/24/vmware-server-20-tips-and-tricks/) - Hierbij sommige Tips & Tricks van VMWare Server 2.0 1. Use a web browser (Firefox and Internet Explorer are the two officially supported ones) to connect to http://yourserver:8222 or https://yourserver:8333 if you selected the default ports during installation/configuration. 2. If you manage from a Windows client then the VI (Virtual Infrastructure) client is also
- [VMware vCenter Converter vrij gegeven](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/02/15/vmware-vcenter-converter-vrij-gegeven/) - VMware vCenter Converter kan op heel verschillende hardware en de meest gebruikte versie van Microsoft Windows and Linux* operating systems. Met dit robuste , enterprise class migratie tool kun je het volgende : · Quickly and reliably convert local and remote physical machines into virtual machines without any disruption or downtime. · Complete multiple conversions
- [Gratis Sybex's Best of Exchange Server 2007](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/02/20/gratis-sybexs-best-of-exchange-server-2007/) - Sybex is een van de oudste Computer Book leveranciers. De boeken worden door IT enthousiastelingen over de helewereld gebruikt voor de technische diep gang en voor examens. Sybex heeft een gratis boek in pdf vorm aangeboden genaamd Sybex Best of Exchange 2007 Het is een verzameling van de volgende vijf boeken: - Mastering Exchange Server
- [Exchange Team Outlook Live](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/02/15/exchange-team-outlook-live/) - Exchange Team heeft weer een nieuwe video online gezet dit keer over Outlook Live. De vernieuwde outlook versie maar dan online. Het grootste voordeel van deze browser is dat hij meerdere browsers ondersteund zowel (Firefox, Internet Explorer & Safari) Meer over Outlook live bekijk het hier: http://get.liveatedu.com/Education/Connect/ Bekijk HIER de video in hoge kwaliteit.
- [Windows 2008 Core Read Only Domain Controller Script](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/02/10/windows-2008-core-read-only-domain-controller-script/) - 1. Enter the productkey: slmgr.vbs -ipk xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx-xxxxx 2. Activate: slmgr.vbs -ato 3. Show activation: slmgr.vbs -dli 4. Rename the computer: Netdom renamecomputer WIN-???????? /newname:W2K8RDC01 /reboot:15 (use the command set to view all the variables used by Microsoft Windows) 5. Show all network interfaces: Netsh interface ipv4 show interface 6. Set a static IP address: Netsh
- [Rollup 6 voor Exchange 2007 SP1](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/02/10/rollup-6-voor-exchange-2007-sp1/) - Rollup 6 is inmiddels weer verschenen voor Exchange 2007 SP1. De volgende items heeft Microsoft weer gefixt: 950675 Downloaded .xls file attachments are empty when you open the files by using Outlook Web Access on Exchange Server 2007 Service Pack 1 955443 Some free/busy messages are not replicated from Exchange 2007 to Exchange 2003 servers
- [Windows 2008 Core Configurator Download](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/02/08/windows-2008-core-configurator-download/) - Ik vond een nice tooltje om Windows Core mee te configureren. Het tootlje is gemaakt door voormalig MVP Guy Teverovsky. Het tooltje heet dan ook Core Configurator. Hij geeft dit tooltje gemaakt in prive tijd maar dit heeft dit van zijn voormalige werkgever of line moeten halen. Zie het verhaal hier. Hoezo voor malig
- [VMWare Toolkit 1.5](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/01/28/vmware-toolkit-15/) - VMWare heeft VMWare toolkit 1.5 vrij gegeven. Bekijk HIER de release notes. Er zijn 32 nieuwe powershell commando’s bij gekomen. Een heleboel zijn uitgebreid en gefikst. Downloaden doe je HIER Bekijk ook de volgende Video’s: HA and DRS in VI Toolkit 1.5 Managing Storage with VI Toolkit 1.5 Some important fixes in VI Toolkit 1.5
- [Anonymous user toevoegen in Exchange 2003 & Outlook 2003](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/01/28/anonymous-user-toevoegen-in-exchange-2003-outlook-2003/) - Download PFDAdadmin http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?familyid=635be792-d8ad-49e3-ada4-e2422c0ab424&displaylang=en Start PFDAVAdmin Kies voor File Connect Vul hier de volgende gegevens is. Ben je geen Exchange Admin vul hier dan als login gegevens de gegevens in van de gebruiker dan werkt het ook. Klik met rechter muis knop op http://..... Kies voor Propagete Folder ACEs Vink beide aan (NT AutorityAnonymous Logon &
- [VMReference Card 1.3](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/01/25/vmreference-card-13/) - VMware reference VI3 kaart is uit gekomen. Wat is er in bijgewerkt. Updated the details to the latest Confuguration Maximiums PDF. Updated it to include 3.5 update 3 release notes. Changed the versioning to include the latest VMware release, so its more obvious how up to date (or not) your card is. Some minor additions
- [Record 3000+ Bezoekers 10.0000 Page Views](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/01/28/record-3000-bezoekers-100000-page-views/) - Toen ik thuis kwam was ik even mijn statistieken aan het bekijken. In middels hebben 3000 unieke mensen mijn site gevonden die 10.000 pagina hebben bekeken en nog steeds groeiende. Cool :D
- [MDT Joining PC/Server to Domain](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/01/18/mdt-joining-pcserver-to-domain/) - 1. Open MDT 2. Ga naar Task Sequences 3. Select a Task die je hebt aangemaakt. 4. Rechter muis knop op de desbetreffende Task en kies Properties 5. Ga naar het Tabblad OS Info 6. Klik op Edit Unattend.xml 7. Zoek het stukje [Identification] op. [Identification] CreateComputerAccountInDomain=Yes DomainAdmin="administrator" DomainAdminPassword="raadjenooit" JoinDomain="hamburger.local" ; JoinWorkgroup=WORKGROUP MachineObjectOU="OU=desktops,dc=hamburger,dc=local" Als
- [Exchange 14 & De Mogelijkheden](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/01/17/exchange-14-de-mogelijkheden/) - Op Technet is een artikel geplaatst waar in Jim Lucy de nieuwe functie’s uitlegt van Exchange 14. Jim verteld hoe Exchange 14 wordt in het Exchange Lab. Momenteel worden er 3,5 miljoen mailboxen gehost in Exchange Labs. Jim geeft ook een demo over gebruikers interface, zoals e-mail, kalender via Outlook en de nieuwe webinterface.
- [Outlook Contacts to vCard (vcf) files](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/01/17/outlook-contacts-to-vcard-vcf-files/) - Ik was aan het zoeken op een het internet naar tooltje wat mijn contacten kan exporteren in een keer naar vcf file’s. Ik vond verschillende tooltjes maar geen een die gratis was. Tot ik het vb script vond van Dave Moats. Het werkt als een trein. Aanroep: C:scripts>cscript exportContacts.vbs /p:C:scriptsoutlookContacts Microsoft (R) Windows Script Host
- [Deploying Exchange Server 2007 on VMware Infrastructure: A VMware Internal Case Study](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/01/14/deploying-exchange-server-2007-on-vmware-infrastructure-a-vmware-internal-case-study/) - VMWare heeft een nieuw document uitgegeven waar de volgende dingen in beschreven wordt: - Exchange 2007 bij VMWare zelf. - Exchange 2003 en haar limiten - Virtualisatie Exchange en haar voordelen - Planning & Eisen - Ontwerp & Implementatie - Conclusie van VMWare
- [Set Hardware Acceleration Level](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/01/08/set-hardware-acceleration-level/) - Ik vond een mooi script op het Edugeek. Het zet automatisch Hardware Acceleration Level op full. Const HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE = &H80000002 sComputer = "." sMethod = "GetStringValue" hTree = HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE sKey = "HARDWAREDEVICEMAPVIDEO" sValue = "DeviceVideo0" Set oRegistry = GetObject("winmgmts:{impersonationLevel=impersonate}//" & sComputer & "/root/default:StdRegProv") Set oMethod = oRegistry.Methods_(sMethod) Set oInParam = oMethod.inParameters.SpawnInstance_() oInParam.hDefKey = hTree oInParam.sSubKeyName
- [Outlook 2007 Anywhere Exchange 2007](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2009/01/04/outlook-2007-anywhere-exchange-2007/) - 1. Klik in het menu Extra op Accountinstellingen, selecteer het Exchange-account en klik vervolgens op Wijzigen. 2. Klik op Meer instellingen en klik vervolgens op het tabblad Verbinding. 3. Schakel onder Outlook Anywhere het selectievakje Via HTTP verbinding maken met Microsoft Exchange in. Opmerking: Als de sectie Outlook Anywhere niet beschikbaar is, is Windows XP
- [VMware Time Sync & Virtual Windows Domain Controller & VMware Tools](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/12/31/vmware-time-sync-virtual-windows-domain-controller-vmware-tools/) - Bij veel mensen is het onbekend hoe het zit met de tijd synchronisatie op virtuele machines. Microsoft & VMWare hebben hier paar interessante documenten overgeschreven. - http://www.vmware.com/pdf/vmware_timekeeping.pdf - http://support.microsoft.com/kb/888794 - http://kb.vmware.com/kb/1318 VMware houdt aan de regel dat je het beste de VMware tools de tijd synchronisatie kunt laten synchroniseren. En in de Windows de Windows
- [Error Code: 403 Forbidden. ISA Server is configured to block HTTP requests that require authentication. (12250)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/12/30/error-code-403-forbidden-isa-server-is-configured-to-block-http-requests-that-require-authentication-12250/) - Ik had een probleempje met ISA 2006. Ik kreeg telkens de volgende error. Error Code: 403 Forbidden. ISA Server is configured to block HTTP requests that require authentication. (12250). Een collega van mij René Jorissen die ook een blog heeft genaamd Booches. Je kunt zijn blog HIER bekijken. Hij heeft een mooi ARTIKEL geschreven
- [MDT WAIK Windows 2008 & Vista](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/12/30/mdt-waik-windows-2008-vista/) - Wil je MDT inrichten op Windows 2008 server. Dan zul moet je gebruik maken van de volgende waik versie. http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?familyid=94BB6E34-D890-4932-81A5-5B50C657DE08&displaylang=en
- [Beste Wensen & Gelukkig  2009](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/12/31/beste-wensen-gelukkig-2009/) - De beste wensen & gelukkig 2009. Mogen er nog interesante nieuwtjes over Microsoft, Exchange & VMware verschijnen. Waar we weer lekker over kunnen bloggen. Iedereen bedankt die tot nu toe mijn blog heeft bezocht. Groetjes , Ward Vissers
- [Defragmenteer VMware Workstation Images](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/12/26/defragmenteer-workstation-vmware-images/) - Ik vond een handig scriptje op de site ICT-Freak. Ik een momenteel aardig wat vm’s draaien in VMworkstation. Alleen de vm’s beginnen aardig groot te worden. Met dit scriptje worden ze wat kleiner. Scriptje: function Defrag-allVMDKs{ param([string]$path) $vdiskmanager = “C:\Program Files\VMware\VMware Workstation\vmware-vdiskmanager.exe” $parameter = “-d” $List = get-childitem $path -recurse | where {$_.extension -eq “.vmx”}
- [Vista & Grabit](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/07/24/vista-grabit/) - Disabling Data Execution Prevention (DEP) Data Execution Prevention is a security feature that can be a bit of a pain at times. Often things will simply appear not to run at all; hopefully you will notice a bubble from the taskbar letting you know that DEP is the cause. If Vista (and actually this has
- [ESX versus ESXI](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/09/05/esx-versus-esxi/) - EX-collega Duncan heeft een mooi overzicht geplaatst tussen ESX en ESXi. VMware heeft nu een duidelijk overzicht van de verschillen tussen ESX en ESXi. Je kunt het overzicht vinden in KB1006543 Bron: http://www.yellow-bricks.com/2008/09/02/esx-vs-esxi/
- [Hoe een data partitie vergroten in Windows XP, Windows 2003](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/09/05/hoe-een-data-partitie-vergroten-in-windows-xp-windows-2003/) - Via dit artikel ging het heel handig: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/325590
- [Hyberfill in Windows 2008](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/09/05/hyberfill-in-windows-2008/) - Tijdens de installatie van Windows 2008 maakt hij automatisch een Hyberfill.sys aangemaakt. Via het commando powercfg /H wordt de slaapstand mode uitgeschakeld.
- [XP Domain users modify rechten c drive](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/09/09/xp-domain-users-modify-rechten-c-drive/) - Ik had een probleem op mijn test omgeving dat een user te weinig rechten had op de c schijf. Aangezien ik dit handmatig kan maar met 100+ pc's een klote werk is heb maar even scriptjes geschreven wat automatisch rechten zet op de c schijf. Je hebt twee bestanden nodig: rechten.cmd: cscript.exe /h:cscript xcacls "c:" /e /g "Domain Users":M
- [IE7 “The publisher could not be verified” while running executable from network](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/09/09/ie7-“the-publisher-could-not-be-verified”-while-running-executable-from-network/) - Ik had een probleem bij een klant waarop een xp pc de volgende melding verscheen: Oplossing: When you are trying to run an executable located on another machine on your network, running Windows XP SP2 or higher, you are accosted with a prompt: "The publisher could not be verified". You are forced to confirm that
- [Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack voor Office 2007.](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/09/09/microsoft-office-compatibility-pack-voor-office-2007/) - Je kent het wel. Gebruikers mailen bellen weer dat ze een bestand gemaakt in Office 2007 niet kunnen openen. Hier heeft Microsoft een pakket dat heet FileFormatConverters.exe beschikbaar gesteld waarmee Office 2007 Word, Excel en Powerpoint bestanden kan geopend mee worden in bijvoorbeeld Office 2003. Alleen tja hij moet geinstalleerd worden op 10+ pc's dan doe
- [Server 2008 voorbereiden voor Exchange 2007](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/09/17/server-2008-voorbereiden-voor-exchange-2007/) - Ik was gisteren bezig met Exchange 2007 SP1 op een windows 2008 x64 machine. Om de eisen die Exchange 2007 SP1 nodig heeft om op een windows 2008 te installeren niet handmatig te doen heb ik hiervoor 2 scriptjes gemaakt zodat je dit niet met de hand hoeft te doen. Script1: Exchpre2008.cmd ServerManagerCmd -i PowerShell
- [Exchange 2007 Unattended Install](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/09/17/exchange-2007-unattend-install/) - Zoals mijn vorige post was ik bezig Exchange 2007 SP1 installeren op Windows 2008 X64 machine. De info heb ik HIER vandaan gehaald: Aangezien de normale installatie vrij lang duurt.... en ik hoorde dat een unattend install van exchange 2007 veel sneller is heb ik dit even getest. X:setup.com /mode:install /roles:HT,CA,MB,MT /organizationname:Exchange2k7 /targetdir:D:Exchsvr /EnableErrorReporting /EnableLegacyOutlook
- [Exchange 2007 Manage Mobile Device missing from User](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/10/03/exchange-2007-manage-mobile-device-missing-from-user/) - Ik had thuis probleem dat ik mijn PDA niet meer kon beheren via Exchange Management Console. Terwijl ik wel kon synchroniseren via mijn GPRS verbinding. Open op de domein controller adsiedit.msc Voor Win2003 wel even support tools installeren op de domein controller Voor Windows2003 moet je in Domein [Domein Naam] zijn. Onder Windows 2008 onder
- [IE7 IEAK](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/10/09/ie7-ieak/) - Microsoft heeft IEAK 7 uitgebracht waarmee je IE7 naar eigen inrichting kunt inrichten. Tevens zijn heleboel instellingen aanpasbaar. Tevens is er een mogelijkheid om MSI mee te maken zodat je makelijk in GPO kunt hangen om uit te rollen. Eventueel na installatie automatisch te laten herstarten is ook mogelijk om eventuele klachten van gebruikers te
- [Exchange 2007 SP1 Rollup 4 te Downloaden](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/10/09/exchange-2007-sp1-rollup-4-te-downloaden/) - Microsoft Exchange 2007 SP1 Rollup 4 beschikbaar gesteld. Het is weer een aardige lijst met problemen die microsoft opgelost heeft. Kijk Hier met de lijst van problemen die opgelost zijn. Je kunt de patch Hier Downloaden.
- [Outlook 2003 & 2007 Verdwijnen Kalenders](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/10/10/outlook-2003-2007-verdwijnen-kalenders/) - 1. Zorg dat je laatst Service Pack hebt geïnstalleerd om mee te testen. 2. Probeer Outlook te open met volgende commando Start->Run->outlook /resetnavpane 3. Hernoem de gebruiker.xml bestand (Als Outlook crasht dan wordt het bestand gebruiker.xml corrupt waar gedeelde bestanden in staan.) a. Ga naar C:Documents and SettingsusernameApplication DataMicrosoftOutlook b. Hernoem gebruiker.xml naar gebruiker.xml.old c.
- [Flash Player MSI Download ](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/10/15/flash-player-msi-download/) - Ik was aan het zoeken naar de laaste flash player msi links. Na wat zoeken eindelijk gevonden Hierbij de links voor Adobe Flash Player 10. Flash Player 10 for Internet Explorer MSI Installer Flash Player 10 for Internet Explorer EXE Installer Flash Player 10 for Firefox/Mozilla MSI Installer Flash Player 10 for Firefox/Mozilla EXE Installer En de links
- [Windows 2008 Cluster met shared storage in VMware Workstation](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/10/16/windows-2008-cluster-met-shared-storage-in-vmware-workstation/) - In VMware workstation heb je geen shared disk meer die je wel hebt in Virtuel Server 2005R2 wel hebt. Je kunt storage simuleren met Starwind of gebruik maken van Windows 2003 storage server. Je kunt met deze handleiding simpel een fail-over cluster simuleren. Windows Server 2008 ondersteund support Serial Attached SCSI (SAS), iSCSI en Fibre
- [EXCHANGE 2007 communiceren met Entourage 2004](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/10/20/exchange-2007-communiceren-met-entourage-2004/) - 1. Ga naar de server waar Exchange 2007 op draait. 2. Open Internet Information Services (IIS) Manager, ga naar Web Services Extensions en kies vervolgens de WebDAV zoals op de afbeelding hieronder. Afbeelding 1: De IIS Manager WebDAV 2. Klik op "Allow" om WebDAV toe te staan. En Controleer of het interdaad op Allow staat.
- [Eventid 1013 on Windows 2003 x64 Exchange 2007 SP1 on VMWare ESX](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/10/20/eventid-1013-on-windows-2003-x64-exchange-2007-sp1-on-vmware-esx/) - Ik had een probleem op een Windows 2003 x64 server waarop Exchange 2007 SP1 geïnstalleerd was. In het logboek was de melding eventid 1013 steeds weer naar voren. Op de oplossing was al volgt Open IIS Admin. Ga naar de server (Local Computer) Ga naar Application Pools. Ga naar de MSExchangeSyncAppPools Klik hier op met
- [Taal instellen voor Outlook Web Access (OWA)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/10/24/taal-instellen-voor-outlook-web-access-owa/) - Met de volgende powershell commando’s kun je een standaard taal instellen voor Outlook Web Access of te wel OWA. Zodat de gebruikers bij het inloggen van de webmail niet de eerste keer een keuze krijgen. Login en Error Meldingen (NL): Set-OwaVirtualDirectory -identity "Owa (Default Web Site)" -LogonAndErrorLanguage 1043 Outlook Web Access Virtuele Directory (NL): Set-OwaVirtualDirectory
- [Microsoft Group Policy Diagnostic Best Practice Analyzer](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/10/28/microsoft-group-policy-diagnostic-best-practice-analyzer/) - Ik kwam netjes het lezen van een Microsoft blog een interessant tool tegen de Microsoft Group Policy Diagnostic Best Practice Analyzer afgekort ook wel GPDBPA genoemd. Onderstaande link geeft meer info. http://support.microsoft.com/kb/940122
- [RVTools](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/10/28/rvtools/) - RVTools is a small .NET 2.0 application which uses the VI SDK to display the version of the installed VMware tools. It also shows if the tools are upgradeable. The button "Upgrade VMware Tools" starts an UpgradeTools_Task for every selected VM. Note: This application only supports ESX Server 3.x, VirtualCenter 2.x and ESX Server 3i.
- [Microsoft Application Virtualization 4.5 Documentatie](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/10/28/microsoft-application-virtualization-45-documentation/) - Microsoft heeft de documentatie van App-V 4 bijgewerkt. http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/appvirtualization/cc843994.aspx
- [Microsoft Application Virtualization 4.5 – Nieuwe Functie’s](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/10/28/microsoft-application-virtualization-45-nieuwe-functies/) - Ben je opzoek naar alle nieuwe functies van App-V zie hier: Unattended Application Pre-Cache Auto-caching Granular Client Configuration Offline Application Usage Metering Dynamic Suite Composition Product Available in 11 new languages Accessibility HTTP Streaming Enhanced Sequencing MSI Package Generation Memory Locked Cache http://www.microsoft.com/systemcenter/appv/whatsnew.mspx
- [Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (MDOP) 2008 R2](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/10/29/microsoft-desktop-optimization-pack-mdop-2008-r2/) - Van het Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (MDOP) 2008, het pack voor Windows desktop beheer dat Microsoft beschikbaar stelt aan klanten is er nu een R2-versie verschenen. MDOP bevat AIS; App-V; Enterprise Desktop Virtualization (beheer en installeren van virtuele pc's); System Center Desktop Error Monitoring; Advanced Group Policy Management (AGPM) en de Diagnostics and Recovery Toolset.
- [Beschrijving van de Windows Server 2008 read-only domain controller compatibility pack voor Windows Server 2003 en voor Windows XP](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/10/29/beschrijving-van-de-windows-server-2008-read-only-domain-controller-compatibility-pack-voor-windows-server-2003-en-voor-windows-xp/) - Deze update oplost sommige problemen die optreden met clients die functies van Windows Server 2008 RODC niet ondersteunen. http://support.microsoft.com/?id=944043
- [Windows 2008 R2 en Hyper-V 2.0](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/10/29/windows-2008-r2-en-hyper-v-20/) - Ik vond een interessant Artikel over Windows 2008 R2 en Hyper-V 2.0 Check dit: http://bink.nu/news/windows-server-2008-r2-overview-feature-overview.aspx
- [Afwezigheids assistent problemen met Outlook 2003 of ouder in samen werking met Exchange 2007](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/11/04/afwezigheids-assistent-problemen-met-outlook-2003-of-ouder-in-samen-werking-met-exchange-2007/) - Sinds Exchange 2007 uit is waren er al in bepaalde gevallen bekend dat men dubbele mailtjes kon binnen krijgen als je Outlook 2003 gebruikt om de afwezigheids assistent te gebruiken. In SP1 voor Exchange 2007 is dit probleem aangepakt. Er zijn sommige software pakketen die gebruik maken van OOF. Als je meerdere versies van
- [VMware heeft Update 3 uitgebracht voor ESX/ESXi](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/11/07/vmware-heeft-update-3-uitgebracht-voor-esxesxi/) - De nieuwe release of ESX/ESXi 3.5 zijn de volgende wijzigingen in doorgevoerd. De nummers of vCPU per Core is gelimiteerd van 8 naar 20. Er worden weer nieuwe servers, netwerkkaarten en opslag I/O controllers ondersteund. De lijst met ondersteunende OS is ook bij gewerkt. ESX Server 3.5 Update 3 Release Notes ESXi Server 3.5 Update
- [VMDK Recovery Tool (ESX 3.5 Update 3)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/11/07/vmdk-recovery-tool-esx-35-update-3/) - Bedoeling: Een block lijst van alle VMDK bestanden. De block lijst is een tekst bestand waarin bijgehouden wordt waar alle VMDK’s staan van de virtuele machine. Je kunt VMDK’s mee terug halen als ze zijn verwijderd of de VMFS data opslag is verwijderd of is corrupt geraakt. Limieten aan dit programma: De VMDK Recovery Tool
- [Exchange 2007 Mailbox last user login time](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/11/10/exchange-2007-mailbox-last-user-login-time/) - Voer het volgende powershell commando: Get-MailboxStatistics | Sort -Property lastlogontime | ft DisplayName, lastlogontime, lastlogofftime,lastloggedonuseraccount >c:\e2k7.txt uit en je krijgt netjes een overzicht wanneer de gebruikers voor het laatst de mailbox gebruikt heeft.
- [Traag openen van Excel 2003 bestanden in Excel 2007](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/11/12/traag-openen-van-excel-2003-bestanden-in-excel-2007/) - Wanneer je Excel 2003 bestanden wilt openen en Excel 2007 nog niet opgestart is kan het zijn dat je 20-60 sec moet wachten voor dat Excel 2007 is opgestart. Oplossing: 1. Windows Verkenner 2. Ga naar Tools à Folders Options 3. Ga naar File Types Tap 4. Zoek XLS op 5. Klik op Advanced 6.
- [Windows Deployment Feature op Windows 2008](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/11/12/windows-deployment-feature-op-windows-2008/) - 1. Installeer WAIK op de Server die WDS moet gaan verzorgen. 2. Als eerste heb ik Windows Deployment feature geïnstalleerd. 3. Daarna heb ik WDS Server geconfigureerd. Zorg dat je de remoteinstall map op een harde schijf zet met genoeg ruimte. 4. Daarna heb ik onder Install Image groep aangemaakt genaamd Ward waar alle gemaakte
- [Installatie Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2008 (MDT) op Windows 2008](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/11/12/installatie-microsoft-deployment-toolkit-2008-mdt-op-windows-2008/) - Zie de volgende scherm afbeeldingen:
- [Configure point Aanmaken binnen Windows Deployment Toolkit 2008 (MDT)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/11/13/configure-point-aanmaken-binnen-windows-deployment-toolkit-2008-mdt/) - De schermafbeeldingen spreken voor zich
- [64 bit Windows PE niet te zien in Windows Deployment Services](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/11/18/64-bit-windows-pe-niet-te-zien-in-windows-deployment-services/) - Zie je het volgende artikel voor het gemiste x64 in PXE. http://technet2.microsoft.com/WindowsVista/en/library/9e197135-6711-4c20-bfad-fc80fc2151301033.mspx?mfr=true Je moet x64 aanzetten als je 64bits OS wilt uitrollen via WDS zie het volgende stukje tekst: • x64-based client computers do not receive an x64 Windows PE boot image. This can occur if the PXE basic input/output system (BIOS) implementation of the
- [Distribution Share Aanmaken binnen Windows Deployment Toolkit 2008 (MDT)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/11/18/configure-point-aanmaken-binnen-windows-deployment-toolkit-2008-mdt-2/) - De schermafbeeldingen spreken voor zich
- [Een OS toevoegen binnen Windows Deployment Toolkit 2008 (MDT)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/11/18/een-os-toevoegen-binnen-windows-deployment-toolkit-2008-mdt/) - De scherm afbeeldingen spreken voor zich Je krijgt geen voltooi scherm te zien. Als alles is goed gegaan is dan zie je het OS in de lijst verschijnen.
- [Task Sequences aanmaken binnen Windows Deployment Toolkit 2008 (MDT)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/11/18/task-sequences-aanmaken-binnen-windows-deployment-toolkit-2008-mdt/) - De schermafbeeldingen spreken voor zich
- [Deployment Point Aanmaken binnen Windows Deployment Toolkit 2008 (MDT)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/11/18/deployment-point-aanmaken-binnen-windows-deployment-toolkit-2008-mdt/) - De scherm afbeeldingen zijn de stappen
- [De gemaakte Deployment Point Image “LiteTouchPE_x86.wim” Toevoegen aan Windows Deployment Services (WDS)](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/11/18/de-gemaakte-deployment-point-image-litetouchpe_x86wim-toevoegen-aan-windows-deployment-services-wds/) - Onder E:DistributionBoot vind je 2 bestanden LiteTouchPE_x86.wim en LiteTouchPE_x86.iso De WIM kun je aan WDS aan hangen onder Boot Images en de ISO kun je branden als je toevallig een netwerkkaart kaart hebt die geen PXE ondersteund.
- [Windows Deployment Toolkit 2008 (MDT) testen VMWare Workstation](https://www.wardvissers.nl/2008/11/18/windows-deployment-toolkit-2008-mdt-testen-vmware-workstation/) - Maak een Virtuele Machine aan OS Windows XP. Zorg dat deze een Disk heeft van 10GB en 512MB geheugen lager als 512MB dan werkt MDT niet. Voeg in de VMX file de volgende regel toe dan heb geen vmware drivers nodig ethernet0.VirtualDev = "e1000" Start de VM en boot van netwerk met PXE en druk

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